Nicholas Garcia
Registered Nurse
Littlefield,TX
Summary
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
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Medical Center
2022.11 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse Extern
University Medical Center
2022.06 - 2022.11
- Assisted physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening, empathetic communication, and person-centered care approaches.
- Performed accurate clinical documentation that facilitated clear communication among healthcare providers and ensured continuity of care.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating medical equipment such as IV pumps, cardiac monitors, glucose meters among others essential tools required in acute care settings.
- Enabled safe environment for patients by diligently monitoring changes in vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to appropriate medical personnel.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
Ranch Hand
8 of Spades Farming
2018.06 - 2022.06
- Maintained safety when using equipment and tools by following established precautions.
- Enhanced ranch safety with regular maintenance of fences and equipment.
- Aided in maintaining a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members at all hierarchical levels.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining and repairing ranch vehicles and machinery as needed.
- Placed orders for supplies with vendors and confirmed delivery dates and times.
- Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.
Assistant Supervisor
South Plains College Student Life Center
2018.08 - 2019.12
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and when training new hires by diligently educating proper unit policies, operational procedures, and addressing issues proactively.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX 2023.08 - 2024.05
Associate Degree - Nursing
South Plains College
Levelland, TX 2020.08 - 2022.05
Associate of Science -
South Plains College
Levelland, TX 2018.08 - 2020.05
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Patient Stabilization
Patient Assessments
Behavioral Health Care
Trauma Nursing
Patient Safety
CPR/AED
Patient Condition Monitoring
Documentation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Direct Patient Care
Excellent Communication
Decision-Making
Time management abilities
Self Motivation
Critical Thinking
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University
2023.08 - 2024.05
Registered Nurse
University Medical Center
2022.11 - Current
Registered Nurse Extern
University Medical Center
2022.06 - 2022.11
Associate Degree - Nursing
South Plains College
2020.08 - 2022.05
Assistant Supervisor
South Plains College Student Life Center
2018.08 - 2019.12
Associate of Science -
South Plains College
2018.08 - 2020.05
Ranch Hand
8 of Spades Farming
2018.06 - 2022.06
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