Yolene Caicedo
Westlake,USA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing professional with over 18 years of experience delivering exceptional patient care and advocating for patient rights. Skilled in culturally competent care, with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Proven ability to lead and manage healthcare teams using a transformational leadership style that promotes collaboration and productivity. Possesses advanced critical thinking skills, strengthened by the development of both inductive and deductive reasoning. Practices a family-centered approach to care, involving patients and their families in every step of the planning and delivery process. Holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP), with extensive research knowledge and a strong foundation in evidence-based practice to drive improved patient outcomes and innovative care solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
University of Miami
11.2022 - Current
- Serve as the lead coordinator for the DLB-R56 study.
- Conducts initiation visits and registers patients in clinical studies.
- Performs study data collection and entry.
- Educates participants about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications.
- Collects and handles specimens as required by individual study protocols.
- Assist with study completion, data lock, and archiving of study files to ensure accuracy and revises any discrepancies.
- Performs EEG exams and phlebotomy.
- Communicates with physicians and clinics regarding study related information.
- Serve as a nurse injector for clinical trial studies, administering investigational treatment according to protocol.
Travel Nurse
Advent Health Altamonte Springs
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
Travel Nurse
Massachusetts General Brigham
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
Registered nurse (Contractor)
Healthtrust workforce solutions
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided direct patient care as a float nurse across multiple units, including step-down, telemetry, orthopedic, neurological, and medical-surgical departments.
- Adhered strictly to established policies and procedures to maintain compliance and ensure patient safety.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to deliver timely and effective treatment tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained clear and effective communication with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care and promote positive patient outcomes.
Travel Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
Clinical Coordinator
Woodmont Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Provided supervision and support to nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Performed patient assessments, interventions, treatments, and education in alignment with defined age-specific competencies and clinical standards.
- Actively participated in resolving ethical issues and managing conflicts within the care team.
- Supported physicians by assisting with order entry and managing patient information.
- Delegated tasks and coordinated patient assignments to maintain efficient workflows.
- Attended leadership conferences and presented new initiatives, policies, and best practices to nursing staff to support continuous improvement and professional development.
Nurse Residency Instructor
Healthtrust
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided clinical instruction and mentorship to graduate nurses employed by HCA, supporting their transition into professional practice.
- Facilitated simulation training and mock code scenarios to enhance clinical decision-making and emergency response skills.
- Conducted skills check-offs to evaluate competency and ensure adherence to clinical standards and best practices.
Clinical Instructor
Nova Southeastern University
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Supervised nursing students in clinical settings, guiding them in the application of theoretical knowledge to real-world practice in alignment with course objectives and the learners’ level of development.
- Assisted students in integrating theory with hands-on clinical skills through direct supervision and support.
- Delivered classroom lectures and conducted skills check-offs to assess and reinforce clinical competencies.
- Also provided direct patient care in a hospital setting, modeling best practices and professional standards for students.
Registered Nurse/Charge Relief
Baptist Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with congestive heart failure and other cardiac-related conditions, ensuring comprehensive and compassionate treatment.
- Supervised and supported nursing staff to promote quality care and professional development.
- Served as a preceptor to both new and experienced nurses, as well as nursing students, facilitating clinical skill development and confidence.
- Acted as a patient advocate by encouraging active participation of patients and their families in care planning and decision-making processes.
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Provided comprehensive direct patient care to post-open heart surgery patients and individuals with various cardiac-related health conditions, ensuring close monitoring, timely interventions, and patient education to promote recovery and prevent complications.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Served as a preceptor to nursing students, offering hands-on guidance, mentorship, and support to enhance their clinical skills, critical thinking, and professional confidence in a high-acuity cardiac care environment.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Scholarly Project Title: Implementation of EBP purposeful hourly rounding and bedside reporting
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2017
Masters of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
01.2013
Legal Nurse Consultant -
Kaplan University
01.2010
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
01.2007
Skills
- Data collection and analysis
- Patient recruitment and education
- Informed consent procedures
- Specimen handling and processing
- EEG administration and monitoring
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Quality assurance practices
- Effective communication skills
- Mentorship and training strategies
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Intravenous access
- Nursing staff supervision
- Electronic health records
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Discharge planning
- Nursing care planning
- Infection control
Licensure And Certificates
- Florida License Registered Nurse, 05/2007
- Compact State License Registered Nurse, 05/2022
- Massachusetts License Registered Nurse, 05/2022
- BLS and ACLS Certified
- Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certified (American Nursing Credentialing Center), 05/2015
Professional Associations And Activities
- Sigma Theta Tau, 2013
- Haitian American Nurses Association, 2016
- Honor Society, 2018
Awards
Baptist Hospital Magnet Nurse of the Year, 05/2010
Volunteer Experience
Mission trip to Haiti, 2016, Provision of medication
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
University of Miami
11.2022 - Current
Travel Nurse
Advent Health Altamonte Springs
06.2022 - 09.2022
Travel Nurse
Massachusetts General Brigham
01.2022 - 05.2022
Registered nurse (Contractor)
Healthtrust workforce solutions
01.2021 - 01.2022
Travel Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
01.2021 - 03.2021
Nurse Residency Instructor
Healthtrust
01.2018 - 01.2020
Clinical Coordinator
Woodmont Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2021
Clinical Instructor
Nova Southeastern University
01.2014 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse/Charge Relief
Baptist Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2010
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Scholarly Project Title: Implementation of EBP purposeful hourly rounding and bedside reporting
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Masters of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Legal Nurse Consultant -
Kaplan University
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
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