Nicole Ortiz
Safford,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate new graduate Nurse with previous Med/Surgical experience as an LNA for six years. Looking to secure a position as a Registered Nurse and develop interpersonal strengths and abilities in the hospital setting. Able to critically think and remain calm in situations of stress and am willing to ask questions and ask for help when needed. Continuously striving for excellence and hardworking in all of my capabilities. Highly devoted to delivering the best evidence based practice to patient's and their families under my care. As a new graduate nurse, I am committed to expanding my knowledge amongst the health care field and would like to be a well rounded, strong nurse.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Haven Of Safford
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for LTC patients with diagnoses of diabetes, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease etc.
- Helped clean and prepare patient rooms to maintain hygiene standards.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by assisting patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered high-quality care to long term care and rehab patients in the facility.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on their individual needs.
- Frequently assisted patient's with ADLs
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
- Delivered high quality care to Med/Surgical patient's in the hospital facility.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing hourly rounding, documenting vital signs, and answering calls lights promptly.
- Facilitated personal hygiene measures, feeding and ambulation.
- Completed ADL's for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing these tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on their individual needs. While monitoring for aspiration risks.
- Changed linens in rooms as needed, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Collected patient specimen samples and transported them to the lab per facility protocol.
- Routinely checked blood glucose, vital signs, daily weight's, and recorded intake and output information. While alerting the Charge Nurse and assigned Nurse of significant changes.
- Post surgical patient vital signs monitored and collected per facility protocol.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets etc.
- Documented patient information and care in the electronic health record.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross contamination by cleaning equipment as needed.
- Transported patients between rooms and different departments.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to care for patient's according to their personalized care plan.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Arizona College
Thatcher, AZ12.2022
High School Diploma -
Thatcher High School
Thatcher, AZ05.2016
Skills
- Supporting Activity of Daily Living Needs
- Vitals Documentation
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Health Information Privacy
- Monitor Vitals
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Symptom Documentation
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Calm Under Stress
- Reading Comprehension
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Professional
- Quick Problem Solver
- Time Management
Certification
- PCT - Patient Care Technician
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Haven Of Safford
06.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Arizona College
High School Diploma -
Thatcher High School
- PCT - Patient Care Technician
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
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