Sharon Banuelos
Lake Elsinore,CA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Laguna Hills, California
11.2007 - Current
- Administered medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Ensured compliance with infection control standards throughout the facility.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Inland Valley Medical Center
Wildomar, California
01.2006 - 11.2007
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to medical team.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted in emergency procedures to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and health management.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated families on proper homecare techniques for post-discharge planning purposes.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Assisted in the performance of diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide nursing care.
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mission Ambulance Inc.
Corona, California
03.2007 - 09.2007
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to medical team.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to medical team.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA 01.1998 - 11.2003
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Electronic health records
Accomplishments
Daisy Award 2026
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
11.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mission Ambulance Inc.
03.2007 - 09.2007
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2006 - 11.2007
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Community Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Riverside Community College
01.1998 - 11.2003