Patient Care Registered Nurse

DAYANI GUARDARRAMA

SANCHEZ

MIAMI, FL *****

******.*******@*****.*** / 786-***-****

SUMMARY

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

SKILLS

Removing sutures

Trauma Nursing Core Course

Health and wellness expertise

Tracheostomy Care

Documentation

Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and

Stabilization (PEARS)

Clinical judgment

Emergency Response

Diet and Nutrition

Patient consultation

Procedure Room Preparation

Disease specialization

Long-Term Care

Lab result interpretation

Medication Distribution

Family planning services education

EXPERIENCE

Registered Nurse / Miami Surgical Center - Miami, FL 06/2023 - Current Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts. Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols. Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures. Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

DG

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies. Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.

Certified Surgical Technologist / University Of Miami Lennar Medical Center - Miami, FL 01/2023 - 06/2023 Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.

Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure. Maintained high infection control standards.

Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.

Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.

Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.

Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens. Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds. Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications. Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments. Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes. Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment. Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.

Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items. Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures. Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.

Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections. Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in department meetings and offering constructive feedback on surgical processes.

Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment. Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.

Certified Surgical Technologist / Hialeah Hospital - Miami, FL 09/2018 - 12/2022 Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.

Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure. Maintained high infection control standards.

Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.

Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.

Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens. Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds. Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications. Trauma Registered Nurse / Toronto General Hospital - Toronto, ONTARIO 11/2010 - 10/2014 Participated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare providers to discuss patient progress.

Conducted performance improvement activities related to trauma services using evidence-based best practices. Performed nursing assessment of trauma patients in the Emergency Department. Instructed staff nurses in providing safe quality care for trauma patients following established standards of practice.

Identified learning needs among staff members regarding trauma nursing skills and knowledge through informal observation or formal evaluations.

Evaluated patient responses to treatments and medications, making necessary adjustments as needed. Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, tube feedings and respiratory support devices such as ventilators. Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for trauma patients. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Associate of Science: Certificate Surgical Technology 07/2017 City College Miami - Miami, FL

Associate of Science: Registered Nurse 07/2010

Victoria University - Canada

Bachelor of Science: Registered Nurse 07/1999

Camilo Cienfuego Ciencias Médica Cuba - Cuba

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