VIVA PAULA VERGARA
Newberry,FL
Summary
Attentive Psychiatric Staff Nurse composed and polished even in high-stress situations. Collaborative leader and team player willing to pitch in and assist with any task. Dedicated to coaching and training other health team personnel.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
UF SHANDS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
Gainesville, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
RN
Windmoor Healthcare
Clearwater, FL
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Observed behavior of patients to assess their mental state and identify potential risks or safety concerns.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
RN
Freedom Square Rehab And Nursing Services
Seminole, FL
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with physicians on orders pertaining to medications, treatments and diagnostic tests.
- Provided compassionate support to families during difficult times.
- Assessed and monitored patients' conditions, including vital signs and medication administration.
- Managed multiple complex cases simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards of care.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies or changes in a patient's condition by initiating appropriate interventions according to nursing standards of practice.
RN
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
RN
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
RN
Prince Mutaib bin Abdulaziz Hospital
Sakaka, KSA
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Provided education on proper wound care techniques both pre-and post-operatively.
- Communicated with patients and recorded vitals after surgical procedures to evaluate current health status.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Participated actively in team meetings with surgeons, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, nurses, discussing patient cases and strategies for improvement.
RN
Prince Mutaib bin Abdulaziz Hospital
Sakaka, KSA
10.2010 - 09.2015
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
RN
Agoo Medical And Psychiatric Clinic
Agoo, Philippines
04.2007 - 10.2010
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Implemented safety protocols such as suicide prevention measures when necessary.
- Responded promptly and professionally to emergency situations involving psychiatric patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pines City Colleges
Baguio City, Philippines03-2006
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- HIPAA compliance
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Effective communication
- Continuing education
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
Certification
- BLS Provider
- ACLS Provider
- CPI Holder
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN
UF SHANDS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
04.2023 - Current
RN
Windmoor Healthcare
06.2022 - 03.2023
RN
Freedom Square Rehab And Nursing Services
01.2022 - 03.2023
RN
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2021
RN
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2019
RN
Prince Mutaib bin Abdulaziz Hospital
09.2015 - 08.2018
RN
Prince Mutaib bin Abdulaziz Hospital
10.2010 - 09.2015
RN
Agoo Medical And Psychiatric Clinic
04.2007 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pines City Colleges
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