Natalie Trujillo

• Worked effectively in fast paced environment
• Provided preoperative instructions to patients about topics such as diet and activity restrictions, medication instructions, and postoperative healing instructions
• Performed nursing duties such as placement of peripheral intravenous, care and use of an IV port, administering intravenous fluids, and collecting vital signs
• Performed aseptic techniques, the implementation and management of care per procedure
• Overseen quality assurance, ordered all supplies, and implemented analytical interventions for productive workflow.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

• Administering emergency treatment for wounds, injuries, or illnesses

• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

• Contributed to increased patient safety by identifying potential risks and implementing targeted interventions.
• Served as a liaison between patients'' healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care upon discharge from the ER.
• Administered medications safely and accurately according to physician orders and nursing protocols.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient conditions, treatments, and responses to interventions in electronic health records.
• Utilized strong critical thinking skills to quickly identify life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.

• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Managed ventilator settings, invasive lines, and other complex medical equipment, ensuring optimal patient safety.
• Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
• Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
• Coordinated discharge planning efforts by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure smooth transitions of care for patients moving from CVICU to step-down units or home.

• Under the supervision of an RN preceptor, observed, practices, and documented various skills, including: assessing patients, administering medications, chest ad trach care, parenteral fluids, blood products or IV flushes, infusing and discontinuing oxygen, and performing basic wound treatment according to the facilities policy.
• Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns to deliver safe and efficient care.
• Participated in daily IDRs/Huddle for both Neuro and Cardiac units

• Actively engages a panel up to 260 patients and facilitates the implementation of their customized care plan by establishing meaningful relationships with members and families
• Manages and monitors quality health measures, tracking prevention screenings and chronic medical illnesses while guiding clients in realistic goals, effective plans, and progression for long term success.
• Organized and led a diabetic management class, coaching patients and their guest to live a healthier lifestyle
• Support patients and families during the transition from an acute setting, into SNIF, long term care or back to their home
• Maintained thorough documentation of client interactions to ensure continuity of care and track progress effectively.
• Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.