Natalia Aguirre Betancur
West Harrison
Summary
Accomplished Caring Nurse with 20 years of experience working with heart failure and Kidney disease patients in diverse healthcare organizations, enhancing satisfaction through effective care coordination and patient education. Skilled in bilingual communication and clinical judgment, I excel in high-stress situations and complex problem-solving, fostering improved health outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Failure Nurse
Summit Health Group
12.2022 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by implementing early intervention strategies in collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of symptoms. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Administer medications via oral, and IV injections and monitored responses, and patient reactions after administration.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Davita, Inc
02.2017 - Current
- Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, and autoimmune disorders.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
- Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
- Served as a resource within the healthcare team, sharing expertise on acute dialysis treatments and supporting colleagues in their professional growth.
- Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
- Managed complex cases with multiple comorbidities, coordinating care across various medical disciplines.
- Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines for acute dialysis treatments.
Hospital Services Administrator
Davita, Inc
04.2019 - 03.2022
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
- Served as a liaison between Davita hospital services and Six hospital partners, fostering open communication channels that improved quality dialysis care, and overall organizational function.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Provided exceptional service to patients, physicians, and hospital partners through prompt response times and thorough issue resolution efforts.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely treatment services without compromising quality care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
- Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
- Reduced overhead costs through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Oversaw maintenance of dialysis equipment, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Managed scheduling for staff both RNs and PCTs to ensure optimal time management and productivity.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade software, ensuring all systems were up-to-date and running efficiently.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Operating Room Assistant
Westchester Medical Center
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces, supporting quick room turnover between surgeries.
- Maintained operating room's inventory of products and replenished stock, when needed.
- Cleaned and sterilized room after surgery and counted instruments and sponges used to account for supplies.
- Complied with all relevant regulations and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment at all times within the operating room setting.
- Transported patients to and from operating room.
- Played a crucial role in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure and assisting surgical teams as needed to save lives or stabilize patients'' conditions quickly.
- Served as a resource and mentor for new Operating Room Assistants, providing guidance and support during their training period.
- Improved patient safety by efficiently preparing operating rooms and ensuring a sterile environment.
- Coordinated with biomedical engineering teams to ensure all surgical equipment was in proper working order, minimizing delays or complications during surgeries.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens through accurate labeling, documentation, and transportation to labs for analysis.
- Supported surgeons by anticipating their needs and promptly providing required equipment during procedures.
- Participated in OR quality initiatives, providing constructive feedback to enhance future performance.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2006 - 03.2014
- Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.
- Managed complex cases with multiple comorbidities, coordinating care across various medical disciplines.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines for acute dialysis treatments.
- Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Served as a resource within the healthcare team, sharing expertise on acute dialysis treatments and supporting colleagues in their professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with kidney disease.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and trainings to stay current on best practices in acute dialysis nursing.
- Trained new nursing staff on acute dialysis procedures and best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and efficient team.
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients during challenging times, fostering trust and strong patient relationships.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by implementing early intervention strategies in collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, addressing concerns regarding the acute dialysis process in a sensitive manner.
- Assisted with quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for enhancing patient care and team efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Caldas
Manizales, Colombia12-2004
Skills
- Licensed by NY, CT, and FL nursing board
- Bilingual (Spanish-English)
- Clinical judgment
- Remote Triage assessment
- Patient assessment and Education
- Nursing staff leadership
- Staff training
- Medication and IV administration
- Care coordination
- Medication reconciliation
- Patient monitoring
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CGFNS certification.
- University of New York Registered Nurse.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Interests
- Baking costumized cakes and cupcakes
Timeline
Cardiac Failure Nurse
Summit Health Group
12.2022 - Current
Hospital Services Administrator
Davita, Inc
04.2019 - 03.2022
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Davita, Inc
02.2017 - Current
Operating Room Assistant
Westchester Medical Center
08.2015 - 02.2017
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2006 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Caldas
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