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Work History
Education
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Paloma Heredia

Scranton,PA

Summary

Compassionate Graduate Registered Nurse with fluency in both Spanish and English, currently seeking a position in the Northeastern Pennsylvania area for the Summer of 2024. Known for delivering attentive care and providing patient assistance, maintains a high level of professionalism and empathy in every interaction. Recognized for being hardworking and driven nature, and eager to apply exceptional nursing skills in a Summer Camp setting, contributing to patient well-being and fostering a positive healthcare environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Assistant

GCMC
08.2023 - Current
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.

Telemetry Floor Externship

Geisinger CMC
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
  • Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
  • Developed strong communication skills through frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in care process.

Trauma/Neurological Floor Clinical

Geisinger CMC
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
  • Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
  • Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.

Emergency Department Clinical

Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Participated in hands-on clinical training under supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
  • Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.

Medical/Surgical Floor Clinical

Geisinger CMC
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Participated in hands-on clinical training under supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

S.T.A.R.S Volunteer and Tutor Program

Marywood University
02.2023 - 05.2024
  • Involved Latino/a/x high school students in community and group-based mentoring activities that foster personal relationships and sense of belonging.
  • Provided students with knowledge, tools, awareness, and empowerment so they get ready to achieve their long-term academic and career goals.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.

Peer Mentor Program Organization

Marywood University
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Promoted sense of belonging among study abroad nursing students by fostering inclusive atmosphere within the mentoring program's activities and discussions.
  • Shared nursing resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Marywood University
Scranton, PA
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Marywood University
Scranton, PA
05.2024

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Safety
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Medication administration
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • CPR/AED

Certification

  • CPR
  • Stop The Bleed

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Dr. Wanda Persichetti Medal for Excellence in Foreign Language Study (2024)
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (2024)
  • Phi Sigma Iota Honor Society of Foreign Language (2023)
  • Dean's List Spring 2021, Fall 2021
  • Wanda Persichetti Medal for Excellence in a Foreign Language (2024)
  • Dean's List Spring 2021, Fall 2021

Timeline

Nurse Assistant

GCMC
08.2023 - Current

Telemetry Floor Externship

Geisinger CMC
05.2023 - 08.2023

S.T.A.R.S Volunteer and Tutor Program

Marywood University
02.2023 - 05.2024

Trauma/Neurological Floor Clinical

Geisinger CMC
01.2023 - 04.2023

Peer Mentor Program Organization

Marywood University
09.2022 - 12.2023

Emergency Department Clinical

Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022

Medical/Surgical Floor Clinical

Geisinger CMC
01.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Marywood University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Marywood University

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