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Raul Avitia

Chicago

Summary

Bilingual, dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care in Orthopedics, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult and high-stress situations. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and surgical equipment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Trinity Health
11.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to post-operative orthopedic patients.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care, including medication administration, wound care, and rehabilitation exercises.
  • Assisted surgeons with various orthopedic procedures, ensuring safe and efficient experiences for patients.
  • Maintained a sterile environment during outpatient procedures, reducing the risk of infection.
  • Reduced surgery cancellations with thorough pre-operative assessments and communication with patients.

Orthopedic Technician

Trinity Health
11.2013 - Current
  • Maintain accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
  • Respond appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
  • Provide pre- and post-operative care
  • Help patients transfer to wheelchairs and automobiles
  • Triage patient calls and questions
  • Prepare and drape patients in a sterile fashion
  • Report to Sports Medicine Physician and Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures
  • Set up orthopedic fracture tables for casting procedures and applied a variety of fiberglass casting, splints, braces, soft goods and skin and skeletal traction

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Chamberlain University, Addison, IL
Addison, IL
2022

High School Diploma -

J. Sterling Morton East High School
Cicero, IL
2009

Skills

  • Vital Signs
  • Phlebotomy
  • Medication Administration
  • Specimen Handling
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Patient Intakes
  • Crutch Fitting
  • Suture and Staple Removal
  • Splint and Fiberglass Cast Application/Removal
  • DME Fitting
  • Wound care
  • Assist in Minor Surgical Procedures
  • Culturally competent care
  • Calm under pressure
  • Pre Operative education
  • Post Operative Education
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Epic Trained

Student Clinical Experience

Winter 2022 - Emergency Department, Community First Hospital

Fall 2022 - Medical/Surgical Unit, Community First Hospital

Summer 2022 - Inpatient Rehab, Shirley Ryan Ability Lab

Summer 2021 - Labor and Delivery, Franciscan Health Olympian Fields

Spring 2021- Medical/ Surgical Unit, Advocate Christ Medical Center

Certification

  • BLS - National Certification by American Heart Association
  • Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) - American Society of Orthopedic Professionals

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Trinity Health
11.2023 - Current

Orthopedic Technician

Trinity Health
11.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Chamberlain University, Addison, IL

High School Diploma -

J. Sterling Morton East High School

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