Silvana Souza
North Plainfield,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Nurse with extensive experience at Dona Iris Women's and Maternity Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while fostering effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through critical thinking and compassionate support in high-pressure environments.
Caring Nurse with 9 years of experience in diverse healthcare organizations working with emergency, labor and delivery, pediatric ER, and family medicine patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental, and educational aspects of nursing care for patients and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
Dona Iris Women's and Maternity Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined the severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Prepared the patient for for examinations and surgery.
- Collected material for laboratory tests.
- Performed EKG's.
- Performed ergonometric tests.
- Controlled vaccine administration.
- Assisted in labor.
- Administered medications.
- Performed digital examination of a pregnant woman in labor.
- Accompanied the transfer of patients from hospital units or hospitals.
- Performed fetal auscultation.
- Disinfected and sterilize surgical equipment.
Nurse
Hospital Municipal Cecilia Arrais
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidade Salgado De Oliveira
Brazil06-2015
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Trichotomy
- Collect material for lab tests
- Phlebotomy
- EKG's
- Vaccine administration
- Sutures
- Perform gastric lavage
- Assist in Labor
- Perform palliative care
- Bathe patients in bed
- Sterilization of surgical equipment
Certification
- Certified Registered Medical Assistant by ARMA - July 18, 2025
- BLS Training - AUgust11, 2025
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Nurse
Dona Iris Women's and Maternity Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2024
Nurse
Hospital Municipal Cecilia Arrais
05.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidade Salgado De Oliveira
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