Perla M Gonzalez Cueto

• Schedules and coordinates pre-operative appointments, testing, and procedures to optimize patient readiness.
• Reviewed patient histories to facilitate effective communication with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provided clear instructions to patients and families, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and smooth surgical workflows.

• Facilitated compassionate communication with patients and families to support navigation of complex care needs.
• Scheduled hospital-based medical procedures and ensured accuracy in electronic medical records.
• Collaborated with healthcare providers to enhance scheduling processes and improve care delivery.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Student Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Memorial Regional West Hospital | Pembroke Pines, FL

• Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized patient care for neonates in a NICU setting in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Performed comprehensive neonatal assessments and reassessments, including vital signs and monitoring changes in patient condition.
• Communicated critical findings and patient progress to physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Administered medications per physician orders while adhering to the six rights of medication administration.
• Provided direct neonatal care including feeding, diapering, bathing, suctioning, repositioning, and maintenance of skin integrity.
• Documented patient care accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) and participated in bedside handoff and shift reporting.
• Supported infection prevention practices and maintained patient safety standards.

• Delivered patient-centered nursing care to postpartum mothers, newborns, and pediatric patients.
• Conducted patient assessments, monitored vital signs, and assisted with individualized plans of care.
• Provided patient and family education regarding newborn care, safety, medications, and discharge planning.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support safe and effective care delivery.