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Mirka Vasquez

Mechanicsburg,PA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient care and medical support. Recognized for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Demonstrates expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and providing compassionate care with reliability. Possesses foundational knowledge in stroke/neuro patients and has a proven track record of success in critical patient care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC Main 10 Neuro IMCU
09.2024 - Current
  • Implemented Neuro IMCU in Neuro Unit with MSICU training.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes for treatment discussions.
  • Ongoing monitoring of vital signs and lab results identified condition changes.
  • Prioritized nursing interventions based on acuity levels and needs.
  • Administered life-saving medications under protocols to aid recovery.
  • Advanced assessment skills quickly identified condition changes requiring intervention.
  • Regular neurological assessments detected clinical status changes signaling complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.

Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC Main 10 Neuro/Medsurg
11.2022 - Current
  • Assessed patient conditions through physical assessments, diagnostic tests, and critical thinking.
  • Ensured patient safety by following infection control protocols and fall prevention strategies.
  • Trained new nurses in care standards, operational procedures, and safety measures.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes with evidence-based interventions and tailored care plans.
  • Presented clinical data at interdisciplinary meetings regarding patient progress toward care goals.
  • Instructed family members on patient care instructions and stroke risk management.
  • Coordinated nursing care through staff assignments, physician rounds, and communication with departments.

Patient Care Technician

UPMC AG7 Ortho/Spine
06.2020 - 11.2022
  • Provide patient care per Nurse instructions including ADLs, point of care testing, weights, vital signs, I&O, and telemetry monitoring.
  • Ensure HAC & PSI preventions and collect urine specimens.
  • Assist with dressings, restraints, 12 lead ECG, IV catheter removal, and Foley catheter removal.

Student Externship

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • 10 weeks shadowing nurse in medical surgical/trauma unit practicing nursing skills.
  • Full-time collaboration with RN enhancing critical thinking for patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Wilson College
Chambersburg, PA
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Cedar Cliff High School
Camp Hill, PA
06.2017

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
  • Patient assessments
  • Hemodynamic and neurological monitoring
  • EPIC Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Patient and family advocacy

Certification

  • CPR/BLS in Adults and Pediatrics
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PA Nursing License since 2023
  • NIHSS Stroke scale since 2023
  • Over one year of Cardiac Tele monitoring
  • Over one year experience in Med/surg.
  • Less than 1 year ICU experience

Timeline

Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC Main 10 Neuro IMCU
09.2024 - Current

Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC Main 10 Neuro/Medsurg
11.2022 - Current

Student Externship

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2021

Patient Care Technician

UPMC AG7 Ortho/Spine
06.2020 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Wilson College

High School Diploma -

Cedar Cliff High School

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