Nadja Rojas
Summary
Offers strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Works well in fast-paced environments managing multiple tasks and providing timely treatments and support. Possesses solid understanding of nursing principles, patient advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric ICU Nurse
Covenant Health Care
Saginaw, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to critically ill pediatric patients.
- Monitored vital signs and responded to changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated families on treatment protocols and care procedures to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by the physician.
- Educated parents about their child's illness and condition and how it can be managed at home.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in providing safe, effective care.
- Assessed patient's vital signs and reported changes to physician.
- Provided direct care to pediatric patients with acute, chronic, and critical illnesses.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Provided direct patient care in pediatric units, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Supported pediatric patients during procedures to alleviate anxiety and fear.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and quality care for pediatric patients.
- Educated families on infant care and health management strategies during hospital stays.
- Maintained sterile environments and adhered to infection control protocols consistently.
- Provided education regarding safe sleep practices for parents of newborns.
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure for newborns.
- Assisted with feeding tube placements and provided enteral feedings as necessary.
- Provided emotional support to families of critically ill babies, fostering trust and easing anxiety during critical care.
- Performed physical assessments of newborns according to established protocols.
- Educated families on the importance of proper nutrition for their infants.
Nurse Intern ICU
Mclaren Bay
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Facilitated daily living activities including bathing, dressing, feeding, and ambulation for patients, promoting their comfort and dignity.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, changing clothes, eating, and hygiene tasks, ensuring overall well-being.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Delivered high-quality wound care, effectively reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Maintained high standards of infection control practices to prevent hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
- Conducted thorough assessments and developed individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
CNA
Covenant Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and symptoms, enhancing overall patient care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results, promptly alerting supervisors to significant health changes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing support during life-saving interventions.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily rounds, documenting vital signs and responding to calls to ensure timely patient care.
CNA
McLaren Bay Region
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations to create a welcoming environment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Applied therapeutic communication, empathy, and active listening to foster positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted patients with self-feeding and feeding tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Delta College
Bay City, MIHigh School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Bay City, MISkills
- Pediatric critical care
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Care Coordination
- Clear Patient Communication
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Injection Administration
- Complex wound management
- IV drug therapy management
- IV medication management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Seizure management
- G-tube care
- Vaccine administration
- Infant CPR certified
- Infection control measures
- Infection control
- Physical assessments
- Safety Protocols
- Evidence-based practice
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Family support
- Family education
- Medical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Clear Patient Communication
- Ethical Practice
- Seizure management
- Infant CPR certified
- G-tube care
- Vaccine administration
Accomplishments
2023 Covenant Extraordinary Caregiver Award
Certification
BLS certified through American Red Cross- Expires 08/31/2026
Pediatric Advanced Life Support- Expires 11/30/2026
Licensed Registered Nurse- Expires 06/13/2028
References
Molly Stapish
(517)980-4225
mollystapish@delta.edu
Delta College Faculty
Connie Enciso
(989)714-0551
cenciso@chs-mi.com
Resource Manager
Wendy Zimmerman
(989)928-6231
wzimmerman@chs-mi.com
CRD Clinical Resource team
Janet Beattie
(989)280-3108
mrsbtee@gmail.com
Nurse Practitioner
Ashtyn Smith
(989) 415-3060
Ashtyn.Smith@mclaren.org
Mclaren Bay ICU RN
Melissa Grossman
+1 (989) 274-4378
MGrossman@chs-mi.com
Charge Nurse Covenant Pediatrics
Jeanne Root
+1 (989) 860-3149
JRoot@chs-mi.com
Charge Nurse Covenant Pediatrics
Erika Desjardins
+1 (810) 813-4012
Erika.Desjardins@chs-mi.com
Pediatric Charge Nurse Covenant Pediateics
Tory Heath
+1 (989)297-2222
Toryjheath@gmail.com
RNICU Charge Nurse Covenant Pediateics
Timeline
Pediatric ICU Nurse
Covenant Health Care
04.2024 - Current
Nurse Intern ICU
Mclaren Bay
12.2023 - 04.2024
CNA
Covenant Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2024
CNA
McLaren Bay Region
09.2019 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Delta College
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School