Meditech
Raxajack Urquico
Registered Nurse
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Diligent nursing professional bringing more than 20+ years of nursing experience from ER, telemetry, DOU, ICU and management. Seasoned in treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
3
3
Languages
Work History
Registered Nurse (ER, DOU, Telemetry)
Supernurses
Beverly Hills, CA
01.2016 - 07.2023
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Registered Nurse (ER, DOU, Telemetry, ICU)
Professional Nurse Staffing
Chatsworth, CA
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Worked in ER, DOU and telemetry departments.
- Frequently worked in ER, DOU, telemetry and ICU in Northridge Hospital, Panorama City Kaiser, Harbor UCLA Medical Center, USC Medical Center, UCLA Medical Center, California Hospital, St. John Hospital and more.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse (ER, DOU, Telemetry, ICU)
Nurses R Special
Glendale, CA
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Worked in ER, DOU and telemetry departments.
- Frequently worked in ER, DOU, telemetry and ICU in Glendale Adventist Medical Center, Glendale Memorial Hospital, Mission Hospital, Sherman Oaks Hospital, UCLA Medical Center, California Hospital, St. John Hospital and more.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Santa Clarita, CA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
Torrance, CA
10.1994 - 06.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
El Camino College
Torrance, CA 01.2008 - 07.2008
Skills
Triage Nurse
undefinedSoftware
Eclipse
Microsoft Office
Google Office
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe In-Design
Certification
Licensed RN 504409
Timeline
Registered Nurse (ER, DOU, Telemetry)
Supernurses
01.2016 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse (ER, DOU, Telemetry, ICU)
Professional Nurse Staffing
01.2014 - 02.2016
Registered Nurse (ER, DOU, Telemetry, ICU)
Nurses R Special
02.2013 - 03.2014
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
El Camino College
01.2008 - 07.2008
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
10.1994 - 06.2012
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