Tavia Lucero
DRaper,Utah
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in 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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Elevae Partners
02.2024 - Current
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Managed caseload of 8-10 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Registered Nurse
Loyal Service Agency
10.2017 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse
Copper Hills Youth Center
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to adjust medication regimens, optimizing therapeutic effectiveness while minimizing side effects.
- Promoted self-care among patients through the teaching of effective coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for acute behavioral health situations, ensuring patient safety and proper treatment implementation.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular environmental assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks within the behavioral health unit.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
Registered Nurse
Jordan Valley Medical Center
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ameritech College of Healthcare
Draper, UT05.2017
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient Management
- Physical assessments
- Medication Administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Elevae Partners
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Copper Hills Youth Center
04.2020 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Jordan Valley Medical Center
01.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
Loyal Service Agency
10.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ameritech College of Healthcare
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