Desired Job Title
RN Student Clinical RotationLPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)LPN Skilled and Long Term CareForensic Psychiatric NurseCharge NurseWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: Salem, OR, US
Open to relocation: No
Open To Work
Tessa Padilla Rojas
Registered Nurse
Salem,OR
Work Preference
Summary
Reentering the healthcare field as new registered nurse graduate. With experience as a healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Committed and excited to join a proactive team of goal oriented professionals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Student Clinical Rotation
Adventist Health Tillamook Hospital
Tillamook, OR
05.2025 - Current
- RN Student utilizing clinical hours in ED, OR, OB, Med surg, ICU, OTS, Wound care, and Dialysis.
- SBAR hand off reporting
- Completing Head to Toe assessments
- Obtaining and monitoring VS
- Collecting Lab draws
- Starting IVs and running IV medications
- Administering daily medications
- Assisting RNs, CNA, and MDs
- Charting in EMR
- Communicating with Interdisciplinary team
- Reporting to Clinical Supervisor
- Administering wound care and monitoring drains
- Newborn and Postpartum Assessments
- Patient and caregiver/family education
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Integrated Healthcare Staffing
Portland, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Patient Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication with Care Team
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Palliative Care
- Assisted Living Facility
- Long Term Care
- Skilled Nursing
- Memory Care,
- Hospice Care,
- Complete Electronic Documentation.
LPN Skilled and Long Term Care
Zenex Partners at Providence Benedictine
Mount Angel, OR
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and treatments to patients, following established protocols and ensuring accurate documentation
- Assessed patient conditions and reported any changes or concerns to the healthcare team
- Provided direct patient care, including wound dressing, catheter insertion, and monitoring vital signs
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Managed medical equipment inventory, ensuring availability of necessary supplies for patient care
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, medication administration, and disease management
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as blood pressure measurement, glucose monitoring, and specimen collection
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by providing immediate medical assistance as required
- Achieved reduction in medication errors through implementation of improved medication administration procedures
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards related to nursing practice
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times
- Supported family members in understanding and coping with patient conditions
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures
Forensic Psychiatric Nurse
ProLink Staffing- Oregon State Hospital
Salem, OR
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Administering medication
- Providing Patient Treatments
- Timely Documentation,
- Communication with IDT Members
- Patient Education
- Monitoring Behaviors in Milieu
- Staff and Patient safety
- Monitoring for Adverse Effects to Medications
- Encouraging Proper Coping Mechanisms
- Helping Patients with ADL
- Proving Staff Support with On/Off Unit Activities
- Attend and Assisting in code greens
- Proper technique of Pt restrains
- Working with Floor Staff to Maintain a Safe Environment
Charge Nurse
Avalon Care Center Keizer
Keizer, OR
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Providing Long-term
- Palliative care and hospice
- Admission and discharges of patients
- Communication with care team to provide best outcomes for patient health
- Obtaining telephone, verbal and written orders
- Initiating, discontinuing and providing second checks on orders
- Medication administration
- Diabetic care management
- Wound and IV care
- Blood draw, injections,
- Preceptorship of new hire nurses
- EMR charting in PCC
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Managing/ Supervision of CNA responsibilities and assignments.
- Ordering from pharmacy and restocking Omnicell.
LPN Charge Nurse
French Prairie Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Woodburn, OR
11.2018 - 08.2021
- COVID unit team leader. Skilled and long term hall floor nurse. Communication with care team, medication administration, diabetic care management, wound care, IV care, blood draw, injections, resident admissions and discharges, floor training. Critical thinking and problem solving. Managing/ Supervising of CNA responsibilities and assignments.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Dialysis
440 Lancaster Dr. NE
09.2015 - 11.2018
- Monitored patient vital signs and dialysis parameters to ensure safety and effectiveness of treatment.
- Operated hemodialysis machines, maintaining equipment functionality and compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted in patient education regarding dialysis procedures and self-care techniques for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Operated The water room, mixed bicarb and acid for the floor.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in dialysis administration and emergency response procedures.
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
Education
RN ADN program - Undergraduate
Tillamook Bay Community College
Tillamook, OR06-2026
General Studies - Associate
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR03-2016
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Caregiver
- Direct Patient Care
- Memory Care
- Critical Care Experience
- Mental Health Experience
- Supervising and Training Staff Members
- Medication and IV Administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Nursing
- Venipuncture
- Hospice Care
- Teaching
- Blood Draw Experience
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Experience Administering Injections
- Infection Control Measures
- Wound care
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
- Compassion and empathy
- Tube Feeding
- Pain Management
- Geriatric care
- Seizure management
- EMR Systems
- Team Coordination
- Emotional awareness
Accomplishments
Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Basic Life Support
Pain Management
Cultural Competency
Providing Inclusive Care
Timeline
RN Student Clinical Rotation
Adventist Health Tillamook Hospital
05.2025 - Current
LPN Skilled and Long Term Care
Zenex Partners at Providence Benedictine
10.2024 - 12.2024
Forensic Psychiatric Nurse
ProLink Staffing- Oregon State Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2024
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Integrated Healthcare Staffing
06.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse
Avalon Care Center Keizer
09.2021 - 04.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
French Prairie Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
11.2018 - 08.2021
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Dialysis
09.2015 - 11.2018
RN ADN program - Undergraduate
Tillamook Bay Community College
General Studies - Associate
Chemeketa Community College