Nereida Padilla
Ceres,California
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, outstanding work ethic, and a passion for learning and helping others in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Looking for a professional company to enable growth in my career where I can maximize my skills as well as bring enthusiasm, responsibility, and knowledge to help improve the lives of patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
07.2021 - Current
- Progressive Cardiovascular Unit/Step-Down Telemetry Experience
- Experience with Trach-ventilators
- Performing medication titration per Step-down policies
- Communicated with physicians and other nurses regarding any medical concerns
- Performed 36-40 hours of direct patient care per week, averaging 3-4 patients per hour
- Communicated effectively with charge nurses and nurses on the floor, creating a more efficient and productive environment
- Followed all state and federal guidelines for medication administration
- Calculated and administered medications in accordance with the doctor's treatment plan
- Gathered information in a systematic manner to determine health-related needs
- Educated patient on the proper use of medications, health care needs, home care, and discharge planning
- Used Cerner charting to accurately document, chart, and obtain information
- Utilized the nursing process for critical thinking, in providing safe, effective individualized nursing care to clients
- Performed comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments on clients
- Acted as an advocate and leader in assisting clients and families in the prevention of illness and maintaining an optimum level of health
- Executed company policies, procedures, and safety standards to ensure the proper cleanliness and safety of the office and equipment.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Caregiver
In-Home Supportive Services
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Administer basic medications in accordance with doctor's treatment plan
- Assist in meal preparing and grocery shopping
- Attend to client needs 25 hours each week
- Communicate effectively with soft tone and sensitivity
- Coordinate all communications between patients and doctor offices
- Drive client to appointments and events each month
- Manage calendar, ensuring patient attends all doctor's appointments
- Manage client schedules and accompany client on errands/appointments
- Perform basic housekeeping tasks, including cleaning and doing laundry
- Prepare nutritional and tasty meals within dietary restrictions
- Run errands as needed to facilitate patient satisfaction
- Supervise all routines, including hygiene and bedtime preparation.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Internship
Kaiser Permanente
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Greeted Patients
- COVID Screening such as cough, fever, SOB, or any other symptoms
- Provided assistance/directions to patients and visitors when needed.
Clerical Intake
Covenant Care at Home
09.2015 - 11.2020
- Perform general clerical duties, including phone answering and document typing
- Comply with all company policies and procedures
- Collaborate with other departments
- Filtered thru electronic fax daily
- Entering new patient and referral information into computer system
- Assisting nurses/office staff with interpretation via telephone if needed
- Entering patient medical supply orders (Medline) into computer system
- Retrieved laboratory analysis results for corresponding patients to then fax results to designated Doctors
- Assist with nurse's schedule, processing reports and taking calls from Medical Exchange and patients
- Putting together patient charts and confirming patient Initial appointments.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Nursing -
California State University of Stanislaus
Turlock, CaliforniaAssociated Degree in Nursing -
Merced Community College
Merced, CaliforniaAssociate of Arts General Studies: Natural Sciences -
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CaliforniaSkills
- Licensed RN
- Telemetry monitoring
- Cerner Software Program
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Home Health Care
- Clinical judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Scheduling
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR
- ACLS
Additionalinformation - References
Available upon request
Awards
- Deloras Jones RN Scholarship-Kaiser Permanente
- The Margaret and Roy Endsley Scholarship for Nursing Education-EMC Health
- The Helen Bodin Harris Scholarship for Nursing Education-EMC Health
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
07.2021 - Current
Internship
Kaiser Permanente
04.2021 - 07.2021
Caregiver
In-Home Supportive Services
06.2020 - 11.2021
Clerical Intake
Covenant Care at Home
09.2015 - 11.2020
Bachelors Degree in Nursing -
California State University of Stanislaus
Associated Degree in Nursing -
Merced Community College
Associate of Arts General Studies: Natural Sciences -
Modesto Junior College
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