Aurora Barrientos
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Summary
Registered nurse with a decade of experience in telemetry and direct observation nursing. Skilled in managing high-acuity patient care and enhancing team collaboration. Leadership experience from military service supports effective patient education initiatives and adherence to treatment plans. Proficient in cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and maintaining documentation accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Telemetry/Direct Observation Unit
Orange County Global Medical Center
Santa Ana
05.2015 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care for telemetry and observation patients with cardiac, medical-surgical, and acute care needs, enhancing patient outcomes
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and promptly recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to streamline patient care and optimize discharge planning
- Prioritize and delegate patient assignments effectively in a high-acuity environment
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge care, fostering adherence and understanding
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical documentation
- Provide guidance and training to new nursing staff and nursing students in clinical settings.
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
11.2004 - 08.2020
- Led teams with accountability and collaboration in high-pressure environments to achieve mission objectives
- Managed personnel and coordinated operational tasks to ensure mission success and team readiness
- Cultivated communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to enhance operational effectiveness
- Maintained strict adherence to protocols, safety standards, and mission readiness
- Completed 16 years of dedicated service in various roles
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, Ca12-2013
Skills
- Telemetry Monitoring
- ECG interpretation
- Acute care nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- IV Therapy
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Delegation skills
- Team Collaboration
- Patient and Family Education
- Unit secretary skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse, California
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association
- ACLS Certification, American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Telemetry/Direct Observation Unit
Orange County Global Medical Center
05.2015 - Current
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
11.2004 - 08.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
Santa Ana College