RAFAEL CEPEDA
Registered Nurse
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level RN position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Center At Tucson
Tucson, AZ
02.2018 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
RN
Favorite Healthcare Staffing
Tucson, Tucson Tucson, AZ
02.2018 - Current
- Working in various clinical settings in Tucson.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
Oro Valley, AZ
03.2016 - 11.2020
- Worked closely with RN to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently manage a 32 bed unit.
- Managed team of 10 employees, as a LPN Charge Nurse overseeing patient care, ensuring policies and procedures were being adhered to, and professional growth of employees.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sante of Tucson
Tucson, AZ
02.2017 - 06.2017
- NOC Shift Charge LPN. Ensured the optimum level of care for a 40 bed rehab unit and skilled nursing floor.
- Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation Center
Tucson, AZ
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornerstone Hospital, Corizon Healthcare
Tucson, AZ
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wilmont State Prison
Tucson, AZ
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
BSN -
Grand Canyon University
Online 09.2021 - Current
RN ADN Program - Nursing Education
Cochise College
Sierra Vista, AZ 05.2019 - 05.2021
LPN - Nursing
Program Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ 10.2014 - 08.2015
PCT/CNA - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ 10.2014 - 12.2014
Skills
Patient Assessments
Data Collection
Professional bedside manner
Strong clinical judgment
Family Education
IV setup
Infection control measures
At-risk patient care
Preventive health
Intravenous therapy
Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
BSN -
Grand Canyon University
09.2021 - Current
RN ADN Program - Nursing Education
Cochise College
05.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Center At Tucson
02.2018 - Current
RN
Favorite Healthcare Staffing
02.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sante of Tucson
02.2017 - 06.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation Center
08.2016 - 02.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
03.2016 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornerstone Hospital, Corizon Healthcare
04.2015 - 08.2016
LPN - Nursing
Program Pima Community College
10.2014 - 08.2015
PCT/CNA - Nursing
Pima Community College
10.2014 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wilmont State Prison
05.2013 - 04.2015