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Victoria Contreras

Summary

Driven and compassionate Registered Nurse with 6 years of experience specializing in perioperative care, with a strong focus on preoperative and postoperative patient management. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and empathetic care while preparing patients for surgery and supporting recovery. Serves as a charge nurse, effectively coordinating unit workflow and providing leadership during high-acuity situations. Also precepts new nurses to the unit, fostering clinical skill development and a supportive team environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse II AOD

Houston Methodist
09.2022 - Current
  • Assessed patients' health condition prior to surgery and identified potential risks.
  • Provided postoperative care to patients by changing dressings, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing emotional support.
  • Educated families about perioperative nursing care practices and procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
  • Performed pre-admission testing of patients before surgery to ensure they are medically suitable for the procedure.
  • Administered pain medication and implemented management techniques to assist patients experiencing discomfort.
  • Organized, implemented and appraised perioperative nursing care for each patient throughout entire surgery experience.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Registered Nurse II Medical Surgical Unit

Houston Methodist
07.2019 - 09.2022

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05-2019

Skills

  • Patient Advocate
  • Family and patient education
  • Direct Patient Care
  • IV management
  • Medication Administration
  • Charge Nurse
  • Preceptor
  • EPIC Charting
  • Time Management
  • PAT Cross-Trained
  • Pre-operative care
  • Postoperative care

Accomplishments

    Daisy Award Nominee

Certification

Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia (CAPA) 10/2023


ACLS/PALS/BLS


Registered Nurse June 2019

Timeline

Registered Nurse II AOD

Houston Methodist
09.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse II Medical Surgical Unit

Houston Methodist
07.2019 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Sam Houston State University

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