Vanessa Uzarraga
Duncanville,TEXAS
Summary
Compassionate nursing student with hands-on clinical experience and academic training, pursuing a New Graduate Nursing Residency. Strong interpersonal skills are demonstrated through empathetic patient support, strong communication skills, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Children's Medical Center Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Prepare and fill prescriptions accurately for diverse patient needs.
- Monitor expiration dates on medications to ensure quality control practices were followed.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Delivered medications efficiently to various locations in hospital within designated timeframes.
Student Nurse (0600-1630)
Parkland Memorial Hospital
Dallas, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Supported the administration of IV medications and fluids under close supervision of RN.
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Tom Thumb Pharmacy
Duncanville, TX
06.2019 - 06.2025
- Prepare and package prescriptions under pharmacist supervision with high attention to detail.
- Familiar with Medicare, Medicaid, DUR, and DX coding.
- Maintain inventory, check for expired drugs, and organize stock efficiently.
- Administer intramuscular injections, including flu and COVID vaccines.
- Handle in-person, phone, and drive-thru customer service inquiries and refill requests.
- Collaborate effectively with pharmacy team members to ensure timely and accurate patient care.
Student Nurse (0600-1600)
Methodist Dallas Care Center
Dallas, TX
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintain patient safety protocols at all times.
- Assisted in the delivery of a newborn by providing support to mother during labor and delivery process.
- Performed post-delivery assessments on mothers and babies.
- Assisted in transportation from unit to unit during delivery process.
- Assisted with immediate newborn care.
- Educated patients on labor processes and pain management options.
Student Nurse (0600-1600)
Dallas Scottish Rite for Children
Dallas, TX
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Observed patient appointments and consultations collaboratively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Instructed parents and guardians regarding home care needs such as medication administration and disease management.
Retail Supervisor
Papayaclothing
Cedar Hill, Texas
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Trained new employees on store policies, customer service techniques, and sales procedures.
- Supervised daily operations of the store including opening and closing routines, inventory management and stocking shelves.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and deposits.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues, maintaining high customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Dallas College – Mountain View Campus
Dallas, TX12.2025
Associate of Science - Science
Dallas College – Mountain View Campus
Dallas, TX05.2021
High School Graduate -
Duncanville High School
05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Electronic health systems
- Empathetic
- Compassionate
- Reliable
- Respectful
- Dosage calculations
- Collaborative team player
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Trauma-Informed Care Certified
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Children's Medical Center Dallas
05.2025 - Current
Student Nurse (0600-1600)
Methodist Dallas Care Center
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Nurse (0600-1600)
Dallas Scottish Rite for Children
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Nurse (0600-1630)
Parkland Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Tom Thumb Pharmacy
06.2019 - 06.2025
Retail Supervisor
Papayaclothing
02.2017 - 12.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Dallas College – Mountain View Campus
Associate of Science - Science
Dallas College – Mountain View Campus
High School Graduate -
Duncanville High School