Sierra Estrada
S Lake Tahoe
Summary
Experienced and competent Infusion Nurse looking to expand my skills outside of clinical practice. Highly organized and efficient at collaborating with teams to ensure high quality and appropriate care for patients while considering emotional and physical needs as well.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Barton Hospital Outpatient Infusion
S Lake Tahoe
07.2006 - Current
- Care and management of central access devices
- Wound and Wound Vac care
- IV therapy adminstration
- Assist in coordinating care of patients with complex conditions involving multiple health care providers
- Blood product administration
- Home Infusion chemo pump disconnection
- Knowledge of coding
Staff Nurse
Barton Hospital PACU/AMBY
S Lake Tahoe, CA
10.2005 - 10.2006
- Post-op care for surgical procedures, such as ENT, orthopedic, gynecological and general surgical procedures
- IV pain management as well as monitoring of nerve blocks and epidurals
- Preparing patients for surgery
- Patient teaching and discharge home after same day surgery
Staff Nurse
Barton Hospital Orthopedics
S Lake Tahoe, CA
03.2004 - 10.2005
- Post-op care following orthopedic procedures such as total hip replacement, spinal fusions and ORIF's
- Knowledge and maintenance of of total joint precautions
- Care for overflow Med-Surg patients
Staff Nurse
St Mary's Regional Medical Center Surgical/Neurolo
Reno, NV
03.2002 - 03.2004
- Post op care for advanced surgical patients, such as tumor debulking and gastric bypass
- Epidural management for post-op pain management
- CBI for post-op Turp procedures
- Step down care for Neurology patients, such as management of drains, neuro checks and dilantin drips
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV12.2002
Skills
- Strong team collaboration and patient advocacy skills
- Competent in Wound Vac care
- Proficient in Central line and vascular access management
- Biotherapy/Chemotherapy certified
- Proficient in knowledge of Nursing practices in Infusion
Certification
- Registered Nurse California
- BLS
- PEARS Certified
- Biotherapy/Chemotherapy
- Certified preceptor
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Barton Hospital Outpatient Infusion
07.2006 - Current
Staff Nurse
Barton Hospital PACU/AMBY
10.2005 - 10.2006
Staff Nurse
Barton Hospital Orthopedics
03.2004 - 10.2005
Staff Nurse
St Mary's Regional Medical Center Surgical/Neurolo
03.2002 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada, Reno
- Registered Nurse California
- BLS
- PEARS Certified
- Biotherapy/Chemotherapy
- Certified preceptor
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