Paola Frausto
Laredo,TX
Summary
I am a person that has passion to help others when they are not able to help themselves.I love learning new things everyday. I am pursuing my dream to expand my knowledge and become an FNP.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Doctors Hospital
Laredo
02.2022 - Current
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed caseload of seven patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Utilized cerner to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Doctors Hospital
Laredo, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Educated social workers and child welfare personnel on complex health issues, providing valuable insight into pediatric patients' conditions.
- Aided in designing healthcare plans for pediatric patients based on individual medical needs and living situations.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Master Of Science In Nursing - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TXBachelors In Nursing Science - Nursing
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX12.2021
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Nursing staff leadership
- ADL Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Precepting
- Data Collection
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Eye and spine assessment course
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Doctors Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Doctors Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Master Of Science In Nursing - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Texas A&M International University
Bachelors In Nursing Science - Nursing
Texas A&M International University