Patient-focused Acute Care experienced in working on critical care floors. Calm and smart individual able to remain polished and gentle even under extreme stress. Promoting analytical, communication and leadership skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Trustaff Travel Nursing -Christus Santa Rosa
San Antonio, TX
09.2021 - 09.2022
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids, and oriented patients to the unit.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
TRA - NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST
San Antonio, Texas
03.2021 - 07.2021
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
ICU Travel Nurse
Trustaff Inc. - Baylor Scott And White
Marble Falls, TX
11.2019 - 02.2021
Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
Delivered outstanding patient care ICU/IMC critical care units.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Access Quality Therapy Services
San Antonio, United States
02.2016 - 11.2020
Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management
Cleaned wounds and checked vital signs, carefully recording all details in patient records
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
CCU\ CVPCU\Registered Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan
San Antonio, United States
11.2017 - 07.2020
Performed hourly rounds on 35-bed floor to ensure all patients safety
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs obtaining certification in cardiovascular nursing
Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
Contributed to 35-bed facility's top ranking in cardiovascular and thoracic patient care.
Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
Managed 12 nurses and nursing activities in 35-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Epic Health Services
San Antonio, TX
06.2013 - 02.2017
Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings
Handled variety of nursing tasks, including medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hallmark University
San Antonio, TX
12.2013
Diploma - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX
05.2006
Skills
Chronic disease management
Case management
Acute care expertise
Strong clinical judgment
Critical Care Nursing
Affiliations
Director, Texas Nurses Association District -8, 2019 to Current
Certification
Registered Nurse in Texas, License number 852570,
CVRN -BC 2019
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Trustaff Travel Nursing -Christus Santa Rosa
09.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
TRA - NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST
03.2021 - 07.2021
ICU Travel Nurse
Trustaff Inc. - Baylor Scott And White
11.2019 - 02.2021
CCU\ CVPCU\Registered Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan
11.2017 - 07.2020
Home Health Registered Nurse
Access Quality Therapy Services
02.2016 - 11.2020
Home Health Registered Nurse
Epic Health Services
06.2013 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hallmark University
Diploma - Nursing
Austin Community College
Registered Nurse in Texas, License number 852570,
CVRN -BC 2019
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