Valeria Lopez
Houston,Texas
Summary
Organized student nurse with passion for patient-centered care. Offers extensive hands-on experience in multiple units. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge. Determined to provide compassionate and evidence-based care to patients of various ages, cultural backgrounds, and socio-economic statuses.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STUDENT NURSE, OB CAPSTONE
MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL MEMORIAL CITY
Houston, Texas
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Provides nursing care to diverse patient population with varied medical diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Maintains accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Ensures a safe environment for maternal and neonatal well-being throughout the childbirth process through physical assessments and patient teaching.
STUDENT NURSE
UT PHYSICIANS CLINIC TMC
Houston, Texas
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Rotated through cardiology, infectious disease, endocrinology, and general medicine clinics.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments and monitoring vital signs, as well as reconciling medication. Administered IM and SQ injections, placed 12 lead EKGs, and utilized therapeutic communication with patients.
- Assessed patient's social determinants of health using EPIC then executed a nursing intervention within the community.
STUDENT NURSE
M. D. ANDERSON CANCER CENTER HOSPITAL TMC
Houston, Texas
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Rotated around oncology units with 5 different specialties, conducting physical assessments and recording vital signs into the EHR.
- Observed blood transfusions, assisted with lactic acid blood work, aided a sitter with a delirious elderly patient, documented chest tube drainage, and administered parenteral nutrition.
- Completed head-to-toe assessments, assessed pulse with an ultrasound probe, administered PO and IV medications, provided therapeutic communication, and completed patient care plans.
STUDENT NURSE
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL TMC
Houston, Texas
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Placed in an oncology unit and monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting and assisted with medical procedures.
- Witnessed blood transfusions, bone marrow biopsy, blood sampling acquired from a central line, and administration of chemotherapy medications.
- Completed head-to-toe assessments, administered insulin subcutaneous injections, changed a urostomy and ileostomy bag, provided therapeutic communication, and completed patient care plans.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER K-12
PASADENA I.S.D.
03.2019 - Current
- Ensures students are safe to learn and complete learning objectives for the day.
- Maintains accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Utilizes various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
CIZIK SCHOOL OF NURSING AT UTHEALTH HOUSTON
08-2024
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN LIFE SCIENCE -
SAN JACINTO COMMUNITY COLLEGE SOUTH CAMPUS
05.2019
Skills
- Bilingual, Spanish and English
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Excellent attention to detail
- Patient and family education
- Safety-conscious and HIPPA aware
- BLS and NRP certified
- EPIC and EHR training
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Health and vital signs assessment
- 12 lead EKG placement
- Patient positioning and turning
- Medication administration (PO, SQ, IM, and IV)
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 03/22/23 - 03/20/25
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), 05/30/24 - 05/31/26
Hobbies and Interests
- Nursing care across the lifespan
- Health and wellness
- Nutrition
- Research
- Teaching
Timeline
STUDENT NURSE, OB CAPSTONE
MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL MEMORIAL CITY
05.2024 - 06.2024
STUDENT NURSE
UT PHYSICIANS CLINIC TMC
01.2024 - 03.2024
STUDENT NURSE
M. D. ANDERSON CANCER CENTER HOSPITAL TMC
08.2023 - 10.2023
STUDENT NURSE
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL TMC
05.2023 - 07.2023
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER K-12
PASADENA I.S.D.
03.2019 - Current
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
CIZIK SCHOOL OF NURSING AT UTHEALTH HOUSTON
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN LIFE SCIENCE -
SAN JACINTO COMMUNITY COLLEGE SOUTH CAMPUS
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 03/22/23 - 03/20/25
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), 05/30/24 - 05/31/26
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