RACHEL LAGO
Providence Mission Hospital
Mission Viejo,CA
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a BSN and extensive critical-care experience in medical and cardiac intensive care. Expertise in cardiac monitoring, titration of sedatives and vasoactive infusions, and procedural oversight. Focused on leveraging clinical knowledge to enhance patient safety and deliver exceptional care in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging settings.
Work History
Registered Nurse – Medical & Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
2 Years 9 Months- Provide comprehensive nursing care for critically ill patients in a 27-bed Medical and Cardiac ICU
- Perform continuous cardiac rhythm and hemodynamic monitoring, assess changes in patient condition, and initiate appropriate interventions or escalation of care.
- Independently titrate prescribed continuous sedative, analgesic, and vasoactive infusions, including Propofol, Fentanyl, Midazolam (Versed), Dexmedetomidine (Precedex), and vasoactive agents, based on patient status and ordered parameters.
- Care for intubated and mechanically ventilated patients, monitoring level of consciousness, respiratory status, and hemodynamic response to therapy.
- Assisted physicians with invasive bedside procedures, including endotracheal intubation, tracheostomy, and central and arterial line insertion, enhancing patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Use sterile technique during applicable procedures and provide airway-related nursing care.
- Monitor patients during procedures and transport, including patients receiving procedural sedation or IV contrast.
- Provided post-procedure recovery and reassessment, monitoring for complications to ensure patient stability.
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote safe clinical outcomes.
NICU Unit Assistant
9 Months- Assisted registered nurses with patient care and facilitated communication among patients, families, clinical staff, and visitors in neonatal intensive care.
Clinical Care Coordinator / Lead Pharmacy Technician
4 Years 2 Months- Coordinated communication among care facilities, families, and healthcare providers to support medication-related care planning and follow-up.
- Synchronized medication cycles and monitored prescription supply needs to support accurate, timely medication availability.
Lead Retail / Long-Term Care Pharmacy Technician
4 Years 2 Months- Led long-term care pharmacy operations, delegating tasks to five pharmacy technicians to ensure efficient workflow.
- Acted as a key contact for healthcare staff and long-term care clients in a fast-paced pharmacy setting.
Pharmacy Typist / Filer / Clerk
3 Years 7 Months- Responded to patient and prescriber inquiries, maintained accurate prescription records, and conducted filing and audits to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
- Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Skills
Critical Care Nursing
Telemetry & Hemodynamic monitoring
Medication titration
Airway management
Vascular access management
Bedside procedure assistance
Patient transport
Post-procedure monitoring
Clinical deterioration recognition
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Epic EMR
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
- Pharmacy Technician Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Medical & Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
Providence Mission Hospital
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
NICU Unit Assistant
Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC)
04.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Clinical Care Coordinator / Lead Pharmacy Technician
Champion RX Pharmacy
06.2018 - 08.2022Read More
Lead Retail / Long-Term Care Pharmacy Technician
CAL-MED Pharmacy
06.2013 - 08.2017Read More
Pharmacy Typist / Filer / Clerk
CAL-MED Pharmacy
11.2009 - 06.2013Read More
California State University
Bachelor of Arts from Human Development
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West Coast University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Nursing
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ADDITIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Student RN clinical rotations included a 1:1 Cardiac ICU preceptorship at Providence Mission Hospital; ICU, PCU, Cath Lab, and Emergency Department rotations at West Anaheim Medical Center; and an OB/GYN rotation including labor and delivery, antepartum, postpartum, and NICU at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center.