Ricardo Lopez
League City,TEXAS
Summary
Accomplished Register Nurse with a proven track record at UTMB Galveston, excelling in medication and IV administration and direct patient care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction ratings through compassionate service and meticulous attention to medication protocols. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes, showcasing exceptional problem-solving and interpersonal abilities. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Register Nurse
UTMB Galveston
11.2023 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs, and PIC lines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain School of Nursing
Pearland, TX05.2023
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care
- Surgical care
- Seizure Management
Timeline
Register Nurse
UTMB Galveston
11.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain School of Nursing
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