Susana Soto Bahena
Evanston,IL
Summary
Highly motivated BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with hands-on experience in cardiac telemetry, acute care, and perioperative cardiac settings, including exposure to open-heart surgery and anesthesia support. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, calm performance under pressure, and a solid foundation in cardiac and respiratory assessment, telemetry monitoring, and rhythm recognition. Bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing patient communication, safety, and family education in diverse populations. Seeking a Registered Nurse position on a Cardiac Telemetry unit to further develop cardiac nursing skills while providing safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse - Clinical Rotations
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Completed immersive clinical rotations in ICU, Medical-Surgical, Emergency Department, PACU/Perioperative, Telemetry, OB, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Community Health
- Performed head-to-toe assessments, focused respiratory and cardiovascular assessments, vital signs, IV therapy, medication administration, wound care, and patient education under RN supervision
- Demonstrated early recognition of clinical deterioration and timely escalation to RN/healthcare team
- Assisted in care of patients requiring oxygen therapy, telemetry monitoring, invasive lines, and post-operative management
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborated with nurses, physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary staff
- Documented care accurately using electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control, sterile technique, and patient safety standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication with patients and families, including Spanish-speaking populations
Anesthesia Technician
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Evanston, IL
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Supported open-heart surgeries and high-acuity cardiac cases in the operating room
- Assisted anesthesiologists and CRNAs with TEE setup, Swan-Ganz catheters, ultrasound guidance, blood tubing, fluid warmers, and gas machine calibration
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of airway equipment and anesthesia machines, including troubleshooting and safety checks
- Maintained high-level sterilization of critical equipment including glidescopes, bronchoscopes, TEE probes, ultrasound devices, and blade handles
- Assisted with transportation of critical care and cardiac surgery patients
- Supported regional anesthesia procedures such as TAP blocks, nerve blocks, and PEC blocks
- Managed OR turnovers, restocking of medications, and anesthesia carts in compliance with safety standards
- ICU VALUE: Strong foundation in hemodynamics, airway management, sterile technique, and high-acuity environments
Patient Care Technician
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Highland Park, IL
02.2014 - 10.2017
- Assisted pre-operative and post-operative patients with preparation, recovery, and monitoring
- Obtained and documented vital signs and patient assessments
- Educated patients on procedural expectations under RN supervision
- Assisted with ambulation, transport, and removal of IV lines per protocol
- Responded appropriately to emergency situations, following hospital policies
Patient Care Assistant - Med-Surg & Telemetry
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Evanston, IL
03.2012 - 08.2013
- Provided direct patient care on medical-surgical and telemetry units
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, toileting, bathing, and feeding
- Collected and reported vital signs, telemetry data, and intake/output
- Utilized equipment including EKG machines, bladder scanners, wound vacs, oxygen delivery systems, Foley catheters, ostomy care, and G-tubes
- Supported individualized, patient-centered care plans
Activities Aide
CJE SeniorLife
Evanston, IL
11.2010 - 11.2010
- Supported elderly patients with dementia through structured activities
- Provided redirection, reassurance, and emotional support
Direct Support Professional
Rimland Services
Evanston, IL
10.2010 - 10.2010
- Supported individuals with autism and Down syndrome in home and community settings
- Ensured safety, assisted with ADLs, and promoted social engagement
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL12.2025
Skills
- Critical care monitoring
- Cardiac and respiratory assessment
- Telemetry interpretation
- IV therapy and medication administration
- Airway and anesthesia equipment familiarity
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Infection control and sterile technique
- Electronic health records management
- Rapid response and escalation procedures
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient and family education
Additional Patient Centered Experience
- Activities Aide, CJE SeniorLife, Evanston, IL, Supported elderly patients with dementia through structured activities, Provided redirection, reassurance, and emotional support
- Direct Support Professional, Rimland Services, Evanston, IL, Supported individuals with autism and Down syndrome in home and community settings, Ensured safety, assisted with ADLs, and promoted social engagement
Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Focused Skills
- Critical Care Monitoring
- Cardiac & Respiratory Assessment
- Telemetry Interpretation (Foundational)
- IV Therapy & Medication Administration
- Airway & Anesthesia Equipment Familiarity
- Hemodynamic Awareness
- Infection Control & Sterile Technique
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Rapid Response & Escalation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
Degree
BSN
Acute Care Experience
- Patient Care Technician, NorthShore University HealthSystem, Highland Park, IL, 02/01/14, 10/31/17, Assisted pre-operative and post-operative patients with preparation, recovery, and monitoring, Obtained and documented vital signs and patient assessments, Educated patients on procedural expectations under RN supervision, Assisted with ambulation, transport, and removal of IV lines per protocol, Responded appropriately to emergency situations, following hospital policies
- Patient Care Assistant - Med-Surg & Telemetry, NorthShore University HealthSystem, Evanston, IL, 03/01/12, 08/31/13, Provided direct patient care on medical-surgical and telemetry units, Assisted with ADLs, mobility, toileting, bathing, and feeding, Collected and reported vital signs, telemetry data, and intake/output, Utilized equipment including EKG machines, bladder scanners, wound vacs, oxygen delivery systems, Foley catheters, ostomy care, and G-tubes, Supported individualized, patient-centered care plans
Critical Care Experience
Anesthesia Technician, NorthShore University HealthSystem, Evanston, IL, 01/01/17, 12/31/19, Supported open-heart surgeries and high-acuity cardiac cases in the operating room, Assisted anesthesiologists and CRNAs with TEE setup, Swan-Ganz catheters, ultrasound guidance, blood tubing, fluid warmers, and gas machine calibration, Demonstrated advanced knowledge of airway equipment and anesthesia machines, including troubleshooting and safety checks, Maintained high-level sterilization of critical equipment including glidescopes, bronchoscopes, TEE probes, ultrasound devices, and blade handles, Assisted with transportation of critical care and cardiac surgery patients, Supported regional anesthesia procedures such as TAP blocks, nerve blocks, and PEC blocks, Managed OR turnovers, restocking of medications, and anesthesia carts in compliance with safety standards
Timeline
Student Nurse - Clinical Rotations
Chamberlain University
08.2023 - 12.2025
Anesthesia Technician
NorthShore University HealthSystem
01.2017 - 01.2019
Patient Care Technician
NorthShore University HealthSystem
02.2014 - 10.2017
Patient Care Assistant - Med-Surg & Telemetry
NorthShore University HealthSystem
03.2012 - 08.2013
Activities Aide
CJE SeniorLife
11.2010 - 11.2010
Direct Support Professional
Rimland Services
10.2010 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University