Valeria Walkowiak
Fountain
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience at CommonSpirit Health Penrose, skilled in patient assessments and chest tube management. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective education. Adept at utilizing electronic health records for precise documentation, while fostering professional growth as a preceptor for nursing students.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Penrose Hospital - Surgical Trauma RN/ Preceptor
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care practices.
- Placement and management of NG tubes, Dobhoffs and IV's
- Removal and management of JP drains, RCU drains, staples, sutures and epidurals.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Medical Assistant
Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2020 - 12.2023
- Administered injections, vaccinations, and medications according to established protocols.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures, including preparing procedural room and sterilized instruments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Tampa, FL12-2023
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Keiser University
Tampa, FL12-2019
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Chest tube management
- Compassion and empathy
- Documentation and charting
Certification
- ACLS \ BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Penrose Hospital - Surgical Trauma RN/ Preceptor
06.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2020 - 12.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Keiser University