Carmen Duran-Maag
Sonora
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Registered Nurse with over ten years of experience in emergency care, recognized for exceptional ability to navigate high-pressure situations with precision and efficiency. An additional six years in diverse nursing roles, including travel nursing, has fostered a strong focus on teamwork and adaptability in ever-changing environments. Expertise in patient assessment, critical decision-making, and advanced life support is complemented by a compassionate approach that prioritizes optimal patient outcomes. Valued for reliability, adaptability, and a proactive attitude, consistently delivering results in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department RN
O’Connor Hospital
San Jose, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on urgency in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans for critical patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined triage processes, improving response times for emergency interventions in high-volume situations.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
Correctional Nurse Per Diem
Wellpath
Sonora, CA
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' physical and mental conditions to identify healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for inmates.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on correctional protocols and patient care standards.
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Nursing/AHS/Medix
Various Cities In California
11.2019 - 12.2023
- Conducted complex assessment, high-intensity therapies and interventions to care for patients experiencing life-threatening problems.
- Gathered clinical information to assess and expedite patient care needs.
- Traveled to medical facilities across country to assist with transitions and fill-in shifts.
- Collaborated with other professional disciplines to maximize patient care delivery and achieve desired patient outcomes.
- Leveraged knowledge of infection control procedures to limit patient exposure.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Select Assignments AMN
- Kaiser Modesto 11/2019-4/2020
- Restoration Hardware 6/2020-8/2020
- Kaiser Downey Medical Center 11/2021-1/2022
- Kaiser Manteca Medical Center 02/2022-05/2022
- Select Assignments AHS
- O'connor Hospital San Jose 1/2023-4/2023, 10/2023-12/2023
- Select Assignments Medix
- Optum Serve COVID Clinic 09/2022-03/2023
Emergency Department RN
Oak Valley Hospital District
Oakdale, Ca
12.2017 - 2023
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatment options and possible outcomes.
- Informed physicians of changes in patient conditions and nursing needs.
- Streamlined triage processes, improving patient wait times and service efficiency.
- Maintained safe, caring environments for patients and families.
- Recognized changes requiring nursing intervention and implemented care to reduce risks.
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Sonora
Sonora, Ca
05.2009 - 10.2017
- Informed physicians of changes in patient conditions and nursing needs.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatment options and possible outcomes.
- Identified deviations and wellness changes and made recommendations, adjustments and reports.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects.
- Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patient vital signs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, Ca05.2010
Skills
- Emergency & Trauma Nursing
- Skilled in Cerner and Epic platforms
- Critical Decision Making
- Patient & Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Charge/Leadership Roles
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Covid 19 Crisis Response
- Travel & Float Adaptability
- Strong attention to detail
- Compassionate Care
- Patient stabilization
Affiliations
Valley Medical Center -Disaster Response Team Member
Certification
ACLS-Exp. 04/2028
BLS-Exp. 04/2028
PALS-Exp. 04/2028
TNCC-Exp. 06/2027
NIHHS
Timeline
Emergency Department RN
O’Connor Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Correctional Nurse Per Diem
Wellpath
09.2022 - 09.2024
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Nursing/AHS/Medix
11.2019 - 12.2023
Emergency Department RN
Oak Valley Hospital District
12.2017 - 2023
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Sonora
05.2009 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Modesto Junior College
Daisy Award Nominee 12/2025
Recent nomination for providing compassionate care to my patient in a high acuity emergency setting. Recognized by the patients family for exceptional care.