XAVIER CRUZ
Clermont,FL
Summary
Dedicated and hard working emergency room registered nurse with 6 years of experience in providing professional care to a variety of patients. Accustomed to working in fast-paced critical environments to manage patient needs and continuously deliver exceptional care. Bring top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment, and calm, level-headed approach during emergencies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored 5-7 patient condition simultaneously and interpreted data for proper care and treatment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prisma Health Richland
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Leveraged triage process to deliver timely and appropriate care to patients and accurately assign triage categories
- Initiated and documented accurate and ongoing assessment of physical and psychosocial concerns to treat patients
- Remained aware of patient needs to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment
- Communicated with physician, recorded and reported symptoms or changes in patients' status, symptomatology, and results of diagnostic studies to optimize care delivery
- Delivered direct patient care, evaluated outcomes, and consulted with other specialists to adjust nursing process and enhance patient care
- Evaluated and stabilized patients by managing varying acuity and conditions, from minor and non-urgent to critical and emergent
- Educated patients, family members, and caregiver on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Monitored 4-5 patient conditions simultaneously and interpreted data for proper care and treatment, evaluating responses to interventions and treatments
- Possessed knowledge of cardiovascular medications, pressors, and antiarrhythmic agents, including dosing, side effects, and drug interactions
- Administered intramuscular, oral, and intravenous medications to treat patients' conditions and symptoms while monitoring patients for reactions or side effects
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skill of moderate sedation process.
REGISTEREDNURSE,CVICU, Mayaguez Cardiovascular Center
04.2009 - 05.2010
- Possessed knowledge of cardiovascular medications, pressors, and antiarrhythmic agents, including dosing, side effects, and drug interactions
- Provided patient care in cardiac special procedures
- Tracked vital signs, laboratory data, and responses to determine need for emergency intervention
- Used medical equipment and devices to closely evaluate cardiac and pulmonary conditions of each patient
- Set up and managed use of devices such as mechanical ventilators, cardiac monitors, and oxygen delivery devices
- Documented fluid intake and output of patients to identify emerging issues such as electrolyte imbalances
- Administered intramuscular, oral, and intravenous medications to treat patients' conditions and symptoms
- Cared for patients with invasive lines, including arterial lines and pulmonary artery catheters
- Cared for ill, injured, and recovering patients in cardiac department.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Antillean Adventist University
Mayaguez, PRSkills
- Demonstrated ability to work Independently and make decisions in accordance with hospital policies
- Certified in BLS, ACLS, PALS and Ultrasound guided IVs
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Excellent communication, clinical and knowledge skills
- Able to multi-task and prioritize efficiently and effectively
- Team player
- Strong clinical judgement
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
09.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prisma Health Richland
05.2018 - 06.2021
REGISTEREDNURSE,CVICU, Mayaguez Cardiovascular Center
04.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science -
Antillean Adventist University
Similar Profiles
Andrea MullinsAndrea Mullins
Credentialing/Privileging Specialist II at Aya Healthcare/Aya LocumsCredentialing/Privileging Specialist II at Aya Healthcare/Aya Locums
Marilyn PerezMarilyn Perez
Contract Certified Pharmacy Technician at Aya Healthcare (Broward Healthcare North)Contract Certified Pharmacy Technician at Aya Healthcare (Broward Healthcare North)
Jordyn TylerJordyn Tyler
Travel Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery at AMN Healthcare & AYA HealthcareTravel Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery at AMN Healthcare & AYA Healthcare
Samaria SimsSamaria Sims
Certified Nursing Assistant at Premier Rehab And Healthcare-Aya HealthcareCertified Nursing Assistant at Premier Rehab And Healthcare-Aya Healthcare
Lucas SchlusselLucas Schlussel
Attractions Coordinator at Walt Disney World ResortAttractions Coordinator at Walt Disney World Resort