Motivated and compassionate nurse with a strong foundation in nursing theory and clinical skills, seeking a position in the ICU setting where I can apply my passion for critical care. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Avenal State Prison
10.2023 - Current
Performed thorough assessments in the correctional setting using evidence based practice and providing proper nursing care treatment
Triage 7362 effectively to ensure patient safety and prevent unexpected occurrences
Respond to medical emergencies and render first aid
Experience with ensuring proper evaluation and treatment of trauma related injuries, overdose, and infections
Used nursing protocols effectively based on assessment of symptoms and patient condition; collaborated with other healthcare professionals and essential personnel i.e
Physicians, officers, and XR tech to ensure patient receives proper care and follow-up
Experience with IV starts, PICC line access, IV fluids, and medication administration
Provided education for continuity of care to the incarcerated patient and documented patient encounters in a timely manner
RN/LVN
Wellpath County Jail
04.2021 - Current
Maintain a clean and safe environment to prevent med errors and HIPPA violations
Responsible for collecting labs using LabCorp software and experience with centrifuge
Administer medications to inmates in a timely manner, assess blood sugars, and assist RN with emergency patient care
Responsible for intake/sick calls/health appraisals
Experience in following CIWA/COWS protocols, and following other protocols pertinent to the patient's chief complaint
Responded to man downs with preparedness of the situation (Seizures, inflicted trauma, breathing complications, chest pain, hyper/hypoglycemic emergencies)
Experience with placement of initiating suicide watches and proper notification to the mental health provider
RN/LVN
Community Regional Medical Center ER
05.2019 - 12.2023
Provided emergency care to different patient acuity levels and able to prioritize clinical and operational tasks
Experience in safely following CIWA protocol, heparin drips, titration of IV blood pressure medications, administration of adenosine, management of DKA insulin drips, cardiac monitoring, chest tube monitoring, and proper notification to provider for stroke protocol
Competent in starting IVs, collecting labs, administering fluids within scope of practice, IM injections, and inserting foley catheter
Proficient in placing EKG leads, recognizing arrhythmias, using Zoll monitor
Experience with trauma care, stabilization, c-collar, and cast placement
Assisted with the education process to decrease health complications
Collaborated with LCSW/Discharge planner/PT/Physician consults to promote teamwork and improve patient flow
Developed team leading abilities and triaging proper placement of patients in critical need during high volumes
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Exposure to mass blood transfusion, sedation prior intubation, managing multiple lines safely while ensuring proper imaging and care is achieved
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
LVN
Fresno Post-Acute
03.2019 - 06.2019
Measure vitals, administer medication, and maintain a safe environment by collaborating with staff
Delegated appropriate tasks to assistive personnel to improve patient care
Provide nursing care and anticipate the needs of the patient and report abnormal data to the doctor
Ensure alarms are working, delegate proper tasks to assistive personnel
Education
RN, ASN -
West Hills Lemoore College
05.2023
LVN program - undefined
Fresno Adult School
12.2018
CNA program - undefined
Fresno Adult
08.2016
Skills
Bilingual - Fluent in Spanish
Proven to remain calm under pressure and handle high stress situations
Time management skills
Demonstrates strong clinical expertise and judgement
Community health
IV management
Advanced cardiac life support
Ventilator support
Chart updating
Lab result interpretation
Vaccine administration
Emergency response
At-risk patient care
Wound care
Chest pain management
Patient satisfaction and process improvement
Certification
RN license
LVN license
ACLS certified
BLS
IV certified w/ blood withdrawal
Continued education in trauma nursing/critical care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN
Avenal State Prison
10.2023 - Current
RN/LVN
Wellpath County Jail
04.2021 - Current
RN/LVN
Community Regional Medical Center ER
05.2019 - 12.2023
LVN
Fresno Post-Acute
03.2019 - 06.2019
LVN program - undefined
Fresno Adult School
CNA program - undefined
Fresno Adult
RN license
LVN license
ACLS certified
BLS
IV certified w/ blood withdrawal
Continued education in trauma nursing/critical care
RN, ASN -
West Hills Lemoore College
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