Paulina R. Cornejo
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Registered Nurse with nearly 10 years of hospital-based patient care experience as a Medical-Surgical Technician. Adept at delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across orthopedic, acute rehabilitation, and medical-surgical units. Known for empathy, attention to detail and a strong work ethic, patient support and interdisciplinary teamwork. Motivated to leverage extensive hands on experience into an RN role focused on improving patient outcomes and supporting holistic recovery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Associate
Phelps Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - 06.2025
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality, safe patient care across orthopedic, acute rehabilitation, and medical-surgical units.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living, fostering recovery and promoting independence.
- Performed vital sign assessments, EKGs, bladder scans and blood glucose monitoring as needed
- Collected patient specimens and maintained accurate, detailed documentation of all care.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment, optimizing safety
- Trained new associates on hospital protocols and best practices to maintain high-quality care standards
- Recognized for reliability and consistently completing all shift responsibilities by coworkers
- Consistently praised in annual reviews for leadership and collaboration
Nursing Student Preceptorship, Operating Room
St. Johns Riverside Hospital
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Observed perioperative patient care, implementation of sterile technique during various surgical procedures and duties of the RN in operating room
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cochran School of Nursing
Yonkers, NY06.2025
Licensure
- Texas State Temporary License- Registered Nurse 1210751
- New York State Registered Nurse N00539
Honors & Achievements
- Recipient, Piyari Akhtar Scholarship- for academic excellence
- Recognized by Unit Manager- for receiving first-ever patient thank you letter addressed to a student nurse during clinicals
- Mentioned in Press Ganey Surveys- for exceptional patient care as a med-surg technician, Phelps Memorial Hospital
- Earned multiple "Recognition Points"- for teamwork and initiative as med-surg technician, Phelps Memorial Hospital
- Community Service Involvement- including meal distribution for unhoused populations
Timeline
Nursing Student Preceptorship, Operating Room
St. Johns Riverside Hospital
05.2025 - 05.2025
Patient Care Associate
Phelps Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - 06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cochran School of Nursing
Similar Profiles
Christine ByfieldChristine Byfield
Travel RN at Travel RN, Phelps Memorial HospitalTravel RN at Travel RN, Phelps Memorial Hospital
Chong VenutiChong Venuti
Patient Access Service Representative at Phelps Memorial HospitalPatient Access Service Representative at Phelps Memorial Hospital
Roger NanhooRoger Nanhoo
Lead Sterile Processing Technician at Phelps Memorial HospitalLead Sterile Processing Technician at Phelps Memorial Hospital
Nico HortonNico Horton
Front Office Manager at Residence Inn by MarriottFront Office Manager at Residence Inn by Marriott
Jose PerezJose Perez
ERISA Specialist/Administrative Assistant at SedgwickERISA Specialist/Administrative Assistant at Sedgwick