NIVEEN PRADO, RN
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with greater than 15 years of diverse clinical experience spanning Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department, Perioperative Services (preadmissions, preop, and outpatient post operative departments), and step-down/telemetry nursing care. Skilled in comprehensive clinical assessments, patient and family education, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in identifying patient needs, communicating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, coordinating appropriate resources, and supporting safe transitions of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Caregiver
05.2020 - Current
- Provided crucial family support during pandemic by pausing nursing career.
- Maintained active Texas RN license and current BLS certification to ensure preparedness for nursing roles.
RN, Preop & Pre Admissions Testing
Memorial Hermann Medical Center
The Woodlands, TX
07.2015 - 05.2020
- Facilitated patient care across preadmission and preoperative services, ensuring safe, efficient transitions through surgical continuum and procedure readiness.
- Delivered direct preoperative nursing care, including IV access, medication and fluid administration, clinical monitoring, and physical and emotional support.
- Completed presurgical assessments and interviews by phone and in person, reviewing medical history, medications, allergies, lab results, orders, and clinical concerns needing follow-up or escalation.
- Verified preoperative records to ensure completion of required testing, documentation, and orders, supporting timely scheduling of procedures.
- Worked with surgeons, anesthesiologists, specialty offices, and interdisciplinary teams to share patient needs and address barriers to surgery.
- Provided patient and family education on procedures, medications, preoperative instructions, and postoperative expectations to support understanding and adherence to the care plan.
- Maintained accurate, timely EMR documentation while supporting patient safety, continuity of care, and clear communication.
RN, Preop Department
Orange Coast Memorial
Fountain Valley, CA
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Directed detailed preoperative evaluations, analyzed medical histories and diagnostic findings, and initiated IV therapy with prescribed medications and IV antibiotics.
- Identified clinical issues affecting surgical readiness and coordinated with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe, timely progression of care.
- Educated patients and families on procedure preparation requirements and expectations, offering tailored reassurance and support to enhance patient confidence.
RN II Emergency Department, Trauma Receiving
UCI Medical Center
Orange, CA
06.2010 - 03.2015
- Delivered comprehensive emergency nursing care across the lifespan in a high-volume Level 1 trauma receiving emergency department, managing minor through critical illnesses and life-threatening traumatic injuries.
- Directed triage coordination by rapidly assessing acuity, prioritizing care needs, initiating pathways, and facilitating timely patient progression through close communication with the care team.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate diagnostic testing, treatment, consultations, and efficient progression of care in a fast-paced environment.
- Stabilized critical care patients while ensuring real-time documentation for seamless continuity of care.
- Achieved TNCC certification, contributing as a trauma receiving nurse and a scribe nurse to enhance patient care.
- Guided psychiatric patients through crisis stabilization, coordinating timely transfers to appropriate facilities and care levels.
RN, Preop & PACU
La Veta Surgical Center
Orange, CA
04.2007 - 07.2010
- Delivered safe preoperative and post-anesthesia recovery support across pediatric, adult, and geriatric outpatient populations.
- Executed timely assessments, managed IV access, and provided close one-to-one observation during recovery to enhance patient safety.
- Supported airway stability, symptom control, and rapid response to changes in patient condition.
- Facilitated discharge success through readiness assessments and comprehensive education on medications, activity restrictions, warning signs, and postoperative care.
- Strengthened continuity of care with next-day follow-up calls to review recovery progress, reinforce instructions, and address patient concerns after discharge.
RN II, Emergency Department, Trauma Receiving
UCI Medical Center
Orange, CA
06.2006 - 07.2008
- Delivered comprehensive emergency nursing care across the lifespan in high-volume Level 1 trauma receiving emergency department, managing minor through critical illnesses and life-threatening traumatic injuries.
- Directed triage coordination by rapidly assessing acuity, prioritizing care needs, initiating pathways, and facilitating timely patient progression through close communication with the care team.
- Stabilized critical care patients and documented care in real-time to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate diagnostic testing, treatment, consultations, and efficient progression of care in a fast-paced environment.
- Achieved TNCC certification to enhance trauma nursing skills and contributed as trauma receiving and scribe nurse.
- Facilitated crisis stabilization for psychiatric patients and coordinated transfers to appropriate facilities.
- Honored as UCI Emergency Department Nurse of the Month for outstanding performance. in April 2007.
RN, Definitive Care Unit
John Muir Medical Center
Walnut Creek, CA
07.2004 - 06.2006
- Supported care for high-acuity step-down and telemetry patients with complex cardiac and neurological conditions, including therapeutic infusions and continuous cardiac and neurological monitoring.
- Monitored patient condition changes and coordinated with physicians for timely evaluations, treatments, and bedside procedures including cardioversions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Provided patient and family education on disease management, new medications, treatment plans, and ongoing care needs.
- Precepted nursing students and new graduate nurses, fostering clinical growth and prioritization in safe patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN -
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA01-2004
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Discharge planning
- Care coordination
- Patient-centered care
- Patient and family education
- Workflow adaptability
- Time management
- Independent collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Registered Nursing 09/2015 - 07/2028; Registered Nurse, California Board of Registered Nursing 07/2004 - 08/2017; BLS Certification, Roxell EMT Training Center 06/2026 - 06/2028
Timeline
Family Caregiver
05.2020 - Current
RN, Preop & Pre Admissions Testing
Memorial Hermann Medical Center
07.2015 - 05.2020
RN, Preop Department
Orange Coast Memorial
12.2014 - 05.2015
RN II Emergency Department, Trauma Receiving
UCI Medical Center
06.2010 - 03.2015
RN, Preop & PACU
La Veta Surgical Center
04.2007 - 07.2010
RN II, Emergency Department, Trauma Receiving
UCI Medical Center
06.2006 - 07.2008
RN, Definitive Care Unit
John Muir Medical Center
07.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN -
San Francisco State University