Mirka Sanchez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Focused and compassionate Preliminary District School Nurse with two years of experience in providing care for preschool, elementary and middle school age population. Experience in collaborating with school personnel, parents and health care providers to provide complete and comprehensive care for students. Dedicated to providing quality nursing care and positively impacting the lives of students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
District School Nurse
Richland School District
2022.07 - Current
- Support students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Work with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Manage immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Monitor ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Facilitate early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
NICU Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Bakersfield
2021.04 - 2022.05
- Managed ventilator care for intubated neonates, ensuring proper settings were maintained for optimal respiratory function.
- Mentored new NICU nurses through clinical rotations, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth through hands-on training.
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Administered medications and blood products safely following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary
TRAVEL NICU RN
AYA HEALTH CARE
2020.12 - 2021.01
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Administered medications and blood products safely following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary.
TRAVEL NICU RN
AYA HEALTH CARE
2020.02 - 2020.08
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Administered medications and blood products safely following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Managed ventilator care for intubated neonates, ensuring proper settings were maintained for optimal respiratory function.
TRAVEL NICU RN
Aya Health Care
2019.06 - 2019.12
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Administered medications and blood products safely following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary.
NICU RN
Kern Medical Center
2016.07 - 2019.05
- Managed ventilator care for intubated neonates, ensuring proper settings were maintained for optimal respiratory function.
- Mentored new NICU nurses through clinical rotations, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth through hands-on training.
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Administered medications and blood products safely following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary
Education
BSN - NURSING
California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA06.2016
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Record Keeping Accuracy
- Problem-Solving
- Communication abilities
- Decision-Making
- Rapport Building
- Family Education
- Student health assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
District School Nurse
Richland School District
2022.07 - Current
NICU Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Bakersfield
2021.04 - 2022.05
TRAVEL NICU RN
AYA HEALTH CARE
2020.12 - 2021.01
TRAVEL NICU RN
AYA HEALTH CARE
2020.02 - 2020.08
TRAVEL NICU RN
Aya Health Care
2019.06 - 2019.12
NICU RN
Kern Medical Center
2016.07 - 2019.05
BSN - NURSING
California State University - Bakersfield
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