Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Rookie of the Year 2025
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Somara Erickson

Ivins

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Mountainview Regional Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve service delivery.
  • Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and post-discharge instructions.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing critical interventions as needed for patient stabilization.

Medical Assistant

Dr. Sierra MD Internal Medicine
01.2017 - 08.2023
  • Administered patient care by performing vital sign checks and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and maintaining sterile environments.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
  • Coordinated scheduling of appointments and follow-up visits to optimize clinic workflow and patient satisfaction.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Village at Northrise
06.2011 - 01.2017
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing -

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
08-2024

Mayfield High School
Las Cruces, NM
05-2011

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control measures
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Licensed RN

Certification

CPR/AED/First Aid,

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Mountainview Regional Medical Center
10.2024 - Current

Medical Assistant

Dr. Sierra MD Internal Medicine
01.2017 - 08.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Village at Northrise
06.2011 - 01.2017

Associate Degree in Nursing -

New Mexico State University

Mayfield High School

Rookie of the Year 2025

This award honors a newly licensed nurse in their first year of practice who has shown remarkable performance, professionalism, and dedication. It celebrates someone who is already making a meaningful impact early in their nursing career.