Ofelia Macias
Fort Stockton
Summary
Compassionate nursing student bringing extensive hands-on training in many facets of patient care with success in quickly building rapport with patients and coworkers. Eagerly pursuing role to apply knowledge and commitment to professional development in the nursing role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
North Central Baptist Hospital
San Antonio
12.2024 - Current
- Provided direct care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as taking blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients' needs, interpreting test results, and making treatment decisions.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored postoperative progress of surgical patients through assessment of vital signs, wound healing, pain management.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
Patient Care Technician
North Central Baptist Hospital
San Antonio
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Laboratory Supervisor
Any Lab Test Now
Boerne
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of laboratory equipment and facilities.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.
- Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Participated in regular laboratory meetings to discuss test results, quality control issues, and process improvements.
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Nursing Practice
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX06-2025
Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomy Certification
Lamson Institute
San Antonio, TX11-2021
High School Diploma -
Bandera High School
Bandera, TX05-2020
Skills
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Effective under pressure in fast paced hospital settings
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Empathy and compassionate care
Certification
- AHA BLS Certification
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Extern
North Central Baptist Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
North Central Baptist Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2024
Laboratory Supervisor
Any Lab Test Now
08.2021 - 04.2022
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Nursing Practice
Galen College of Nursing
Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomy Certification
Lamson Institute
High School Diploma -
Bandera High School
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