Lady Milena VILLARRAGA MARIN
Edmonton
Summary
Enthusiastic, compassionate Alberta Registered Nurse (RN) with10+ years’ experience as a Registered Nurse (Colombia), specializing in Nephrology and Urology. Broad knowledge of nursing processes, professional standards, and a record of accomplishment of confidentiality and sensitive data protection. Deeply skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide quality patient care and assisting physicians during treatments and procedures. Focused on customer services while providing family support under institutional and regulatory standards. Experience in several areas of nursing work including dialysis at different levels (nurse, manager) for Hemodialysis, Home Therapy (peritoneal), intermediate and intensive care units, pre- and post-cardiac, pulmonary, and kidney surgery (patients from kids to elderly), and teaching (theoretical and laboratory). Dynamically capable of initiating discharge planning based on assessed needs specifically keeping in mind safety standards. Exceptional time management skills, team member worker, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care (FMC)
02.2011 - 11.2017
- Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper handling of equipment.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after treatments to monitor for potential complications or changes in condition.
- Provided daily hemodialysis therapy delivery in conjunction with direct and auxiliary care staff, ensuring safety and effectiveness
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, including treatment details and any observed reactions or side effects from therapy.
- Collaborated with patients and families to assess learning needs and provide comprehensive education throughout the treatment process
- Ensured patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options
- Actively participated in emergency response, served as a resource for the healthcare team, and facilitated training for new staff
- Assisted in vascular access evaluations alongside physicians to determine suitable options for each individual patient''s needs.
Medical-Surgical Nurse
Cardio Childhood Foundation
11.2008 - 02.2011
- Applied knowledge of symptoms and complications associated with surgery and anesthesia including initial treatment
- Identified immediate medical and surgical complications by conducting ongoing surveillance
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Saint Raphael Hospital
06.2007 - 11.2008
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Contributed to a decrease in hospital-acquired infections through diligent hand hygiene practices and environmental cleaning efforts.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Reduced complications from invasive procedures by maintaining strict adherence to sterile technique guidelines.
- Ensured timely medication administration, reducing the risk of adverse drug events in the ICU setting.
Intermediate Care Unit Nurse
Health Plentiful Clinic
10.2006 - 02.2007
- Educated patients about their conditions, medications, treatments, and self-care strategies to foster understanding and compliance with care plans.
- Managed medication administration, wound care, and other essential nursing tasks to maintain patient health.
- Coordinated patient transfers between units or facilities while maintaining safety standards and continuity of care.
Education
Specialization - Nephrology and Urology (Thesis-based)
Healthcare Sciences University Foundation (Saint Joseph Hospital)
06.2010
BSc Nursing - Thesis-based
Healthcare Sciences University Foundation (Saint Joseph Hospital)
12.2006
Pharmacology Diploma - undefined
Healthcare Sciences University Foundation (Saint Joseph Hospital)
06.2006
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access care
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Infection control practices
Certification
- BLS Provider Heart&Stroke January - 2025
- Nursing Essential Assessment Workshop December- 2024
- Health Assessment NextGenU.org October -2024
- Medication Management - Chapter 1 - 4 October - 2024
Timeline
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care (FMC)
02.2011 - 11.2017
Medical-Surgical Nurse
Cardio Childhood Foundation
11.2008 - 02.2011
Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Saint Raphael Hospital
06.2007 - 11.2008
Intermediate Care Unit Nurse
Health Plentiful Clinic
10.2006 - 02.2007
BSc Nursing - Thesis-based
Healthcare Sciences University Foundation (Saint Joseph Hospital)
Pharmacology Diploma - undefined
Healthcare Sciences University Foundation (Saint Joseph Hospital)
Specialization - Nephrology and Urology (Thesis-based)
Healthcare Sciences University Foundation (Saint Joseph Hospital)
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