Registered Nurse with over 20 years of hospital experience, specializing in venipuncture and venous access. Expertise in monitoring patient responses and vital signs during infusion processes. Committed to promoting wellness and supporting preventative health strategies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Nurse
Valley General Hospital
Monroe, Washington
01.1998 - 10.2025
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure optimal care.
Implemented infection control measures to elevate patient safety standards.
Educated patients on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications.
Hospice Nurse
Providence Hospice Care Center
Everett, Washington
04.2018 - 02.2023
Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV/IM/Subcu therapy, according to established standards of practice.
Managed symptom relief through effective pain management strategies.
Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Providence Everett Medical Center
Everett, Washington
12.2004 - 05.2018
Utilized electronic health records to maintain accurate patient information and documentation.
Advocated for patients' needs within the healthcare system to enhance their experience.
Evaluated patient response to interventions through ongoing assessment of condition.
Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.
Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Everett Community College
Everett, WA
06-2001
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA
06-1996
Skills
Wound care
Pain management
IV therapy
Patient advocacy
Symptom assessment
Care coordination
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
Nominated March of Dimes Nurse of the Year in 2007 Providence Everett Medical Center
Medical volunteer / Bolivia, July 2024
Surgical mission volunteer / Guatemala, March 2017
Assistant Professor/Consultant General Surgeon at IAU University, King Fahd University Hospital, KSAAssistant Professor/Consultant General Surgeon at IAU University, King Fahd University Hospital, KSA
Assistant Professor/Consultant General Surgeon at IAU University, King Fahd University Hospital, KSAAssistant Professor/Consultant General Surgeon at IAU University, King Fahd University Hospital, KSA
Acute/Rehab Therapy Aide at VALLEY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER/ VALLEY HEALTH SPECIALITY HOSPITALAcute/Rehab Therapy Aide at VALLEY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER/ VALLEY HEALTH SPECIALITY HOSPITAL