Vicky Marquez AGACNP-BC
Downey,CA
Summary
New Graduate Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certified with over 675 clinical hours of experience under the supervision of Physicians and NPs. Seeking an opportunity to grow professionally as an AGACNP-BC. Skilled nursing professional with over 18 years of experience and passion for providing the highest quality medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses, and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse
PIH Health Hospital Downey
01.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into practice, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings, which resulted in improved symptom management.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent data.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients by effectively communicating with other healthcare providers.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executed care based on each patient's relative condition, and delegated tasks to available personnel to deliver safe and efficient care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiological, and cognitive status of patients.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement, and adjust patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, guiding diagnoses, management of medications, and prevention methods.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Coordinated discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
AGACNP-Student Clinical Rotation
PIH Health Hospital Downey And USC Keck Hospital
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments with the guidance and supervision of the physician and or Nurse Practitioner.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
ED/ICU Clinical Educator
Downey PIH-Health
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Clinical Nurse Educator of the Emergency Department: Responsibilities include: Staff education assessment needs and lesson planning
- Management of nursing skills competencies for ED staff and ICU Real time chart review documentation Quarterly Staff Education meeting
- Work collaboratively with the Admin Directors of ED and ICU and Assistant Clinical Directors of both departments to meet educational needs and proper training for the nursing staff and Emergency Room Technicians Code Blue and Rapid Response Team committee Emergency Room Committee BLS and ACLS instructor Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to address staff educational gaps, lesson planning and providing educational tools.
- Improved patient outcomes by delivering comprehensive clinical education and training to healthcare providers.
- Enhanced staff proficiency in clinical procedures through hands-on demonstrations and interactive workshops.
- Developed customized training materials tailored to the specific needs of individual healthcare facilities.
- Promoted evidence-based practices by conducting research and integrating current findings into educational programs.
- Served as a clinical mentor, offering guidance and support to new hires during their onboarding process.
- Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of patient care.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Incorporated instructional aids and motivational strategies to eradicate learning gaps.
Emergency Department Staff Nurse and Relief Charge Nurse
Downey PIH
12.2012 - 02.2021
- Responsibilities include but not limited to assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of patients of all ages in the emergency room
- Responding to critical situations in a fast-paced environment providing safe and quality professional nursing care
- Work in collaboration with different departments to coordinate efficient care management systems providing smooth effective flow of patients through the ER in a timely matter
- Provide prompt and efficient assessments of incoming patients to best prioritize care Relief Charge Nurse of the Emergency Department coordination and management of Staff nurses, EMT's Unit Facilitators, Mid-level providers, and Nursing Assistants
- Preceptor of new hire Registered Nurses to the Emergency Room Department
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
Banner Health Hospital
09.2011 - 11.2012
- Providing direct and individualized nursing care to patients of different ages throughout the lifespan in the emergency department based on applications of scientific nursing principles.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality nursing care, adhering to best practices, and maintaining a clean and safe environment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient, ensuring optimal recovery and discharge planning
- Managed critical situations promptly, effectively stabilizing patients during life-threatening emergencies through rapid assessment, intervention, and close monitoring
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care records, enabling seamless communication among healthcare professionals and contributing to the overall treatment plan
- Administered medication safely according to prescribed orders while monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions with other treatments being provided
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with various medical conditions or injuries, identifying appropriate interventions in collaboration with the attending physician
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
Plumas Health Care
07.2011 - 09.2011
- Emergency Room Staff Nurse in a 9-bed rural Emergency Department providing direct patient care stabilization and transferring of critical patients to higher level of care hospitals.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality nursing care, adhering to best practices, and maintaining a clean and safe environment
- Managed critical situations promptly, effectively stabilizing patients during life-threatening emergencies through rapid assessment, intervention, and close monitoring
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care records, enabling seamless communication among healthcare professionals contributing to the overall treatment plan
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with various medical conditions or injuries, identifying appropriate interventions in collaboration with the attending physician
Traveling Assignment Emergency Room Nurse
Mercy General Hospital Sacramento
05.2011 - 07.2011
- STEMI receiving facility and Stroke Center facility Emergency Room temporary Nurse
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently triaging and prioritizing emergency cases.
- Reduced wait times for patients with effective communication between staff members and efficient patient assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients in the emergency room.
- Provided high-quality nursing care, including administering medications, wound management, and monitoring vital signs.
- Maintained accurate medical records to ensure timely documentation of patient information and enable informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Contributed to a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, central line placements, or lumbar punctures.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills in rapidly changing situations, making quick decisions that positively impacted patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient safety by recognizing potential signs of health deterioration or adverse medication reactions and promptly notifying the healthcare team for appropriate intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments, and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP
Grand Canyon University Online
Phoenix, AZ10.2023
BSN program - Online Nursing Program
Grand Canyon University Online
Phoenix, AZ08.2020
A.D.N program - Nursing Science
Compton Community College
Compton, CA05.2004
LVN program - Vocational Nursing
East Los Angeles Occupational Center
East Los Angeles07.2000
Certified Nursing Assistant program - Nursing Assistant
Chester Adult School
Compton, CA08.1998
Skills
- Great team player and listener
- Compassionate and caring
- Flexible and able to work under pressure
- Patient and understanding
- Assertive with good communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Acute and Chronic Disease management
- Cardiac and Emergency Care
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified
- Trauma Nursing Core Course Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified
Certification
- ANCC AGACNP-BC
- California NP Furnishing Number pending
- Current California RN license since 2004
- ACLS certified
- PALS certified
- BLS certified
- CEN 2021
- TNCC 2021
- ENPC 2021
- NRP Certified 2021
Accreditation
California BRN
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Awards
LVN of the year 2002 at Martin Luther King Jr. Hospital Emergency Department.
Hobbies and Interests
- In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies, listening to music, and sometimes just meditating.
- I love spending quality time with my family.
- I enjoy traveling to places with my family.
- I have seven chihuahua dogs that keep me busy on my days off.
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
- Emergency Nurses Association
- California Association of Nurse Practitioners
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse
PIH Health Hospital Downey
01.2023 - Current
AGACNP-Student Clinical Rotation
PIH Health Hospital Downey And USC Keck Hospital
10.2022 - 09.2023
ED/ICU Clinical Educator
Downey PIH-Health
02.2021 - 01.2023
Emergency Department Staff Nurse and Relief Charge Nurse
Downey PIH
12.2012 - 02.2021
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
Banner Health Hospital
09.2011 - 11.2012
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
Plumas Health Care
07.2011 - 09.2011
Traveling Assignment Emergency Room Nurse
Mercy General Hospital Sacramento
05.2011 - 07.2011
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP
Grand Canyon University Online
BSN program - Online Nursing Program
Grand Canyon University Online
A.D.N program - Nursing Science
Compton Community College
LVN program - Vocational Nursing
East Los Angeles Occupational Center
Certified Nursing Assistant program - Nursing Assistant
Chester Adult School
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