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Sharon Cano
Registered Nurse
Tampa,FL
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Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient care across diverse environments. Delivered comprehensive care while effectively delegating tasks to meet patient needs. Led nursing teams to achieve care objectives and enhance patient satisfaction, driving innovation and improving outcomes through attentive and responsive practices.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Neurology Medical Surgical Unit
BayCare-St. Joseph's Hospital
Tampa, Florida
08.2025 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical units.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and safety regulations.
Registered Nurse
Anna Arundel Medical Center-Luminis Health
Annapolis, MD
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Provide comprehensive care to post-operative patients, including monitoring vitals, administering medications, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams for discharge planning.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapy to ensure safe and effective patient treatment.
- Conducted health assessments and developed individualized care plans to ensure tailored patient care.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Participated in Unit Based Council meetings to enhance patient care protocols and promote best practices.
Bariatric Office Nurse
Lumis Health
Annapolis, MD
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated pre-operative and post-operative care for bariatric surgery patients, ensuring comprehensive patient education, efficient scheduling, and effective insurance coordination.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans and strategies.
- Supported in-office procedures and oversaw durable medical equipment (DME) management to meet patient needs.
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
AdventHealth Carrollwood Hospital
Tampa, FL
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Delivered patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Instructed patients and families on health management strategies, promoting better health outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.
Registered Nurse-Preop/PreAdmission Unit
BayCare St. Joseph's
Tampa, FL
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Utilized protocols to order necessary preoperative testing, including blood tests, EKGs, and COVID-19 testing.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient readiness and safety.
- Prepared patients for various surgical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse Emergency/Psych Observation Unit
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
07.2006 - 12.2015
- Utilized critical thinking to quickly and accurately assess clinical situations, improving response times in emergency scenarios.
- Conducted rapid assessments and developed goal-directed care plans, enhancing patient outcomes for varying acuity levels.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies, fostering adherence to standards of care.
- Utilized electronic health records for efficient patient management.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Carrollwood University Community Hospital
Tampa, FL
01.2006 - 06.2006
- Delivered comprehensive direct patient care across diverse clinical settings to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to create and implement personalized care plans, ensuring optimal patient recovery.
- Instructed patients and families on effective health management strategies to promote long-term wellness.
Licensed Practical Nurse Orthopedic/Neurology Unit
BayCare St. Joseph's Main Hospital
Tampa, FL
06.1997 - 12.2005
- Monitored and documented changes in patient's condition, promptly reporting significant findings to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to improve collaboration and elevate overall patient care quality.
Education
BSN -
SPC
FL01-2015
ASN -
HCC
FL01-2005
Diploma of Licensed Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Erwin Technical
Tampa, FL07-1996
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
References
- Adrianna Terry, RN, Advent Health, 270.994.6655
- Michelle Palligar, RN, Advent Health, 413.281.9043
- Yoel Cubero, RN, Advent Health, 815.261.6347
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Multistate Compact License #RN9242088
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
Awards
- Daisy Award Recipient, 32
- Nurse of the Year, 2
Letters Of Recommendation
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Work Availability
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Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to patients in Emergent environment.
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Neurology Medical Surgical Unit
BayCare-St. Joseph's Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Anna Arundel Medical Center-Luminis Health
01.2025 - 07.2025
Bariatric Office Nurse
Lumis Health
08.2024 - 01.2025
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
AdventHealth Carrollwood Hospital
07.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse-Preop/PreAdmission Unit
BayCare St. Joseph's
01.2016 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse Emergency/Psych Observation Unit
Tampa General Hospital
07.2006 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse
Carrollwood University Community Hospital
01.2006 - 06.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse Orthopedic/Neurology Unit
BayCare St. Joseph's Main Hospital
06.1997 - 12.2005
BSN -
SPC
ASN -
HCC
Diploma of Licensed Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Erwin Technical