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Rosa Melissa Fojaco

Rosa Melissa Fojaco

Miami,FL

Summary

Motivated Medical Surgical/Critical Care Nurse offering four years of clinical management experience. Patient and dedicated professional remains composed in tense environments. Dedicated to providing high-quality individualized care to patients. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Critical Care Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and other medical interventions.
  • Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
  • Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
  • Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare team members regarding treatment plans for each patient served.
  • Assisted with intubation procedures when needed using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.

Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
04/22/22 - 07.2023
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.

Medical Assistant

Orlando Arthritis Institute
Orlando, FL
08/18/21 - 03/10/22
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.

COVID-19 Tester and Vaccination

Eccolab Group
Miami, FL
08/01/20 - 08/06/21
  • Performed COVID-19 testing on individuals who met the criteria for testing according to CDC guidelines.
  • Collected swab samples from patients for laboratory analysis of COVID-19 status.
  • Ensured proper handling and disposal of potentially contaminated materials in accordance with health regulations.
  • Assessed and monitored patient symptoms related to potential COVID-19 infection.
  • Provided education about COVID-19 prevention, transmission, and safety measures.
  • Maintained accurate records of test results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
  • Interpreted lab results accurately and reported any abnormalities or changes in the patient's condition promptly to supervising physician or manager.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Future Tech Institute
Miami, FL
05.2021

Skills

  • Critical Care
  • Patient Management
  • Infectious Disease Control
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Bi-Lingual in English and Spanish
  • Physical Assessments
  • Taking Vitals
  • Pain Control
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Test Interpretations
  • Critical Thinking
  • Colostomy Care Familiarity
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • SBAR Communication
  • Medication Distribution
  • Life-sustaining machines
  • Ventilator management
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Basic Life Support
  • Evidence-based practices

Timeline

Critical Care Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
07.2023 - 05.2024

Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
04/22/22 - 07.2023

Medical Assistant

Orlando Arthritis Institute
08/18/21 - 03/10/22

COVID-19 Tester and Vaccination

Eccolab Group
08/01/20 - 08/06/21

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Future Tech Institute

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