Rosalva Tarango
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and chronic disease management. Committed to enhancing patient care and safety through effective collaboration and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Intel Health For Life Clinic
10.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted assessments, documenting changes in patient conditions accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies to enhance health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on managing chronic conditions effectively.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care efficiency.
- Utilized electronic health records systems for accurate documentation and communication.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions, contributing to improved quality of care and patient satisfaction scores.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Medical Group
12.2018 - 10.2023
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on clinic procedures and best practices to maintain high-quality care standards.
- Implemented patient flow improvements, reducing wait times and enhancing overall clinic efficiency during peak hours.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives, contributing to improved patient satisfaction scores through feedback collection and analysis.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Medical Group Float Pool
09.2013 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient management strategies.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing double-check system with fellow nursing staff, enhancing patient safety.
- Conducted patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention, leading to decrease in readmission rates.
- Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
ARCA Opening Doors for Individuals With Intellectual Developmental Disabilities
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating interventions.
- Led infection control measures within the clinic, ensuring adherence to hygiene standards for patient safety and staff well-being.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the patient's home.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Education
Associate of Science - Register Nurse
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05-2011
Skills
- Medication and vaccine administration
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes management
- Patient dietary counseling
- Nursing staff leadership
- Team coordination
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Call triaging
- High level of autonomy
Nominated for The Daisy Award 2024
A Daisy Award is an award that recognized extraordinary compassionate care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Intel Health For Life Clinic
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Medical Group
12.2018 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Medical Group Float Pool
09.2013 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse
ARCA Opening Doors for Individuals With Intellectual Developmental Disabilities
02.2011 - 09.2013
Associate of Science - Register Nurse
Central New Mexico Community College