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Valeria Alicea-Colon

Red Oak

Summary

Compassionate and empathetic registered nurse in labor and delivery, dedicated to providing high-quality labor support and specialized care for obstetric patients and families. Proficient in patient care management, emergency response, and safety protocol implementation. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Waxahachie
01.2024 - Current
  • Develops comprehensive birth plans and delivers direct patient care during labor and delivery.
  • Educates patients on labor processes and provides emotional support throughout stages of labor.
  • Reviews and monitors labor progress, interprets fetal heart monitor data, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Identifies complications and responds to emergencies while enforcing safety protocols.
  • Delivers postpartum care for mothers and newborns, including assessments, education, and lactation support.
  • Coordinates discharge planning, including scheduling follow-up appointments and providing home care instructions.
  • Participates in meetings with hospital staff to review audit results and develop corrective action plans.

Emergency Room Patient Care Technician

Texas Health
Cleburne
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and monitoring of vital signs.
  • Prepared and maintained medical equipment for emergency procedures and interventions.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests including EKGs, blood draws, urinalysis, and glucose monitoring.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety standards in patient care areas of emergency room.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to enhance comfort and dignity.

Senior Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
Mansfield
12.2015 - 12.2023
  • Monitored drug therapy regimens for safety and protocol adherence.
  • Reviewed prescriptions for appropriate dosage, route, strength, duration, and potential adverse reactions.
  • Prepared and dispensed medications accurately to address diverse patient needs.
  • Processed third-party insurance claims to ensure timely medication reimbursements.
  • Organized workflow by effectively assigning tasks among pharmacy staff.
  • Responded to patient inquiries regarding medications and health concerns.
  • Assisted pharmacists in verifying prescription orders and maintaining accurate patient records.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southwestern Adventist University
Keene, TX
12-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Biological Sciences

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Biomedical Sciences

University of Hawai'i At Manoa
Honolulu, HI

Skills

  • Fetal monitoring
  • Labor support
  • Postpartum care
  • Neonatal nursing
  • Patient education and planning
  • Critical care and clinical judgment
  • Medication administration
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Emergency response
  • Time management
  • Detail-oriented

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • President of the Student Nurse Association (SNA) at Southwestern Adventist University. (2023)
  • Elected class representative for nursing cohort. (2022-2023)
  • Dean's list honoree. (2022)
  • Awarded Institutional Development Award as a biomedical research student at University of Hawai'i at Manoa. (2018-2019)

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
01.2024 - Current

Emergency Room Patient Care Technician

Texas Health
07.2023 - 12.2023

Senior Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
12.2015 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southwestern Adventist University

Some College (No Degree) - Biological Sciences

The University of Texas At Arlington

Some College (No Degree) - Biomedical Sciences

University of Hawai'i At Manoa

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