Jessica Ramos
Ontario
Summary
Adept at delivering high-quality patient care, I leveraged my expertise in medication administration and exceptional patient advocacy at Queen of the Valley Hospital. My collaborative efforts with healthcare teams and proficiency in ventilator management significantly improved patient outcomes, underscoring my commitment to healthcare excellence and ethical standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse ICU
Queen of the Valley Hospital
09.2015 - Current
- Performed emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management, to stabilize patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Participate in leadership roles as a Rapid Response Nure and Relief Charge
Registered Nurse DOU
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
05.2009 - 01.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses using electronic health record software.
- Performed phlebotomy and IV insertion for laboratory testing and medication administration.
- Operated medical equipment such as blood pressure monitors and glucose meters to collect vital patient data.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized patient care plans.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2018
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA09.2014
Vocational - Nursing
Citrus College
Glendora, CA12.2008
Skills
- Medication administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Healthcare ethics
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- End-of-life care
- Family support
- Cardiac monitors
- Blood transfusion administration
- Medical device monitoring
- Electronic charting
- Endotracheal intubations
- Reliable and responsible
- Patient advocacy
- Vitals monitoring
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Nursing staff supervision
- CPR/AED
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse ICU
Queen of the Valley Hospital
09.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse DOU
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
05.2009 - 01.2016
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Pasadena City College
Vocational - Nursing
Citrus College
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