Valeria Cepeda
Santa Rosa,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain up to date healthcare practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
El Valle Detention Facility
Raymondville, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
RN
South Texas Health System
McAllen, TX
03.2021 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
RN
TriCounty Healthcare
Harlingen, TX
04.2017 - 02.2021
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, PEG Tube, and Trache Care.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX12.2020
Skills
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Bi-Lingual in English and Spanish
- IV Setup
- Medication and IV Administration
- Follow-Up Calls
- SBAR Communication
- Collecting Vitals
- Microsoft Use
- Long-Term Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- CPR Certified
- ACLS Certified
Timeline
RN
El Valle Detention Facility
08.2024 - Current
RN
South Texas Health System
03.2021 - Current
RN
TriCounty Healthcare
04.2017 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Texas College