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Nicole Luaces, RN, BSN

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Dedicated, efficient, and detail oriented team player with excellent interpersonal skills, compassion, and dedication toward collaboratively treatment plans.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, PCU

HCA Hospital Florida Westside
01.2022 - Current
  • Provide high-quality care to critically ill patients
  • Conduct ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes to document success of interventions and strategies in relation to plan of care.
  • Explain course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Coordinate seamless transition between shifts by providing comprehensive bedside shift reports on patient status and plan of care during handoffs.
  • Expedite critical medical interventions through timely recognition of early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications.
  • Serve as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their preferences were respected in all aspects of their healthcare experience.
  • Participate in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient safety and quality of care through ongoing education and training opportunities.
  • Enhance patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs.
  • Monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
  • Mentor new nurses through orientation processes, sharing expertise in PCU nursing practice and fostering professional growth.
  • Enhanced patient care by assessing, planning, and implementing individualized nursing interventions.

Senior Community Association Manager

Miami Management, Inc.
04.2006 - 08.2018
  • Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
  • Coordinated emergency response plans for natural disasters or unforeseen incidents within the community association setting.
  • Led a team of staff members to efficiently execute daily operations and achieve community goals.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations, local ordinances, and governing documents through thorough review processes.
  • Managed vendor contracts, negotiations, and relations to obtain quality services at competitive prices.
  • Developed strong relationships with board members to ensure smooth decision-making processes.
  • Enhanced community satisfaction by addressing resident concerns promptly and effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Keiser University
Pembroke Pines, FL
12.2021

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

Keiser University
Pembroke Pines, FL
12.2019

High School Diploma -

Plantation High School
Plantation, FL
06.1993

Skills

  • Unit Oversight
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Intake and discharge
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Training staff
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Cardiac Care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Task Prioritization
  • Time management abilities

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse, State of Florida
  • Preceptor, HCA Florida Westside
  • Relief Charge Nurse, HCA Florida Westside
  • BLS Certified
  • ACLS Certified
  • NIH Stroke Assessment Certified

Timeline

Registered Nurse, PCU

HCA Hospital Florida Westside
01.2022 - Current

Senior Community Association Manager

Miami Management, Inc.
04.2006 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Keiser University

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

Keiser University

High School Diploma -

Plantation High School
Nicole Luaces, RN, BSN