Sonia Carmona
Baytown,TX
Summary
Empathetic healthcare professional known for exceptional emotional intelligence and effective communication. Committed to delivering individualized patient care through thorough assessments and education, enhancing overall patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital Baytown
Baytown, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans based on assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment protocols and workflows.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition and implement necessary interventions.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and efficient communication among care team members.
- Participated in staff training sessions, enhancing team knowledge of best nursing practices and safety standards.
- Streamlined patient discharge processes, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for incoming patients.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Register Dental Assistant
Medical Center Endodontics Baytown
Baytown
01.2018 - 05.2024
- Assisted in chairside procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency during treatments.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain a safe environment.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Managed patient records using digital software, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
- Conducted initial patient assessments to gather medical histories and assist in treatment planning.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay current with dental practices and technologies.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 5 procedures daily.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lee College
Baytown, TX05-2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting in Epic
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Lab result interpretation
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- ADL assistance
- Emotional intelligence
- Geriatric nursing
Certification
BLS
NIHSS
ACLS (May 2026)
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital Baytown
07.2024 - Current
Register Dental Assistant
Medical Center Endodontics Baytown
01.2018 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lee College