Vanessa Serrato
Perris,California
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Known for compassionate care and strong clinical judgment, I effectively enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and collaborative treatment planning, fostering a safe and supportive environment for complex cases.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta
02.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
Medical Assistant
Riverside Family Physicians
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA12-2024
Associate of Science - Science
Mt. San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CA06-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient assessment
- Compassion and empathy
- Wound care
- Patient care
- Professional bedside manner
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy care
- Seizure management
- G tube management
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS
Basic Life Support - BLS
Basic Arrythmia Recognition - BART
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta
02.2025 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta
07.2023 - 02.2025
Medical Assistant
Riverside Family Physicians
08.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California Baptist University
Associate of Science - Science
Mt. San Jacinto College
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