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Nereyda Cortes

OXNARD,California

Summary

Analytical and strategic [Job Title] with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Caring Nurse with [Number] years of experience in diverse healthcare organization working with [Area of expertise] patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for [Type] patients and families. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in 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.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse

The Samarkand
Santa Barbara, CA
08.2017 - Current
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
  • Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
  • Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
  • Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
  • Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
05.2014

Skills

  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Patient Examination
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Medication Administration
  • Time Management
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Patient Admission
  • Wound Management
  • Treatment Recommendations

Timeline

Nurse

The Samarkand
08.2017 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Santa Barbara City College
Nereyda Cortes