SABRINA FONSECA
Galveston
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with extensive experience in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Renowned for fostering collaborative relationships with medical teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality care while adapting to evolving patient needs. Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills, demonstrating a proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently. Recognized for a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a strong focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UTMB RWSP OB/Gyn Galveston
Galveston, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Set up and assist providers with outpatient procedures, such as hysterscopy, Endosee, LEEP, colposcopy, IUD and Nexplanon inserts.
- Conducted thorough assessments, documenting changes in patient conditions and coordinating interventions.
- Oversaw training programs for new nurses, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring effective communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
UTMB John Sealy
Galveston, TX
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Practice nursing within LEVEL IV NICU hospital on unit serving primarily Level III and IV patients.
- Responsible for the direct patient care for complex patients in the NICU.
- Monitor NICU patients, provide progress reports and administer physician ordered medications orally, intravenously, intramuscularly, and subcutaneously.
- Care for infants endangered through premature birth defects; neurologic, renal and cardiac concerns, and infants requiring advanced ventilation.
- Assists with life supporting procedures including endotracheal intubations, central line placement and chest tube placement.
- Administered blood and blood products.
- Advocate and provide emotional support, encouragement, education, and status reports to family of NICU infants.
Professional Student Nurse
UTMB Health Care System Staffing
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living and provides support/ comfort measures, while incorporating the patient’s plan of care.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Maintained the comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
UTMB School of Nursing
Galveston, TX04-2021
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
Galveston College
Galveston, TX05-2020
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Time Management
- Outpatient procedures (Hysteroscopy, Endosee, LEEP, Colposcopy)
- Interpersonal skills
- Strong Epic skills
- Emergency response
- High level of autonomy
- Patient assessments
- Compassion and empathy
- Medical records management
- Referral coordination
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UTMB RWSP OB/Gyn Galveston
07.2021 - Current
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
UTMB John Sealy
07.2020 - 07.2021
Professional Student Nurse
UTMB Health Care System Staffing
12.2019 - 07.2020
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
Galveston College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
UTMB School of Nursing