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Nelson Ramirez

Professional Summary

Spanish/English speaking professional with over 6 years' experience as an effective advocate for patients. Compassionate Registered Nurse delivering comprehensive patient care in the Health Care industry. Capable of working with a diverse patient population and fostering relationships. Exceptionally talented at coordinating with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized Multi-specialty Staff Nurse with an extensive understanding of protocols and safety standards. Adept at room setting quickly and closely monitoring vitals while assisting doctors. Successful at Urology procedures and detail- oriented work.

Work History

CVS Healthcare - Registered Nurse

Miami, FL

01/2021 - Current

Benecard Services Inc. - Clinical Nurse Specialist Ave Maria, FL

09/2020 - 01/2021

Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.

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Educated patients and families about COVID-19 related illnesses, recommended protective measures, and treatments.

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Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.

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Administered between 90 to 108 (Pfizer) COVID-19 vaccines daily to specific populations according to state law and CDC guidelines and recommendations.

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Observed and monitored patients after vaccination for allergic reactions, educated on importance to follow recommended guidelines.

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Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases.

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Sought opportunities to improve patient care, outcomes and nursing staff performance.

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Documented all aspects of care following facility and Medicare standards, creating accurate patient records of all interactions and

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305-***-**** / 305-***-****

Ave María, FL 34142

Skills

● BLS

● ACLS

● PALS

Chemotherapy and Biotherapy

Provider (ONS)

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● Epic Superuser

● Power Chart Superuser

● Epic EHR Management

● Workflow Optimization

● Updating computer records

● Intake and discharge

● IV drug therapy management

● Cardiology, Treatment plans

● Care planning, Triage

● Charts, Urology

● Chemotherapy, Venipuncture

● Clinical research, Workflow

● Oral, Wound care

● Counseling

● Clients

● Disease management

● Injections

● Lab testing

● Life support

● Neurology

● Oncology

● Optimization

● Patient care

● Protocols

● Quality Assurance

● Supervision

● Telemetry

University of Miami Hospital, Crohn's & Colitis - Registered Nurse Miami, Florida

10/2019 - 05/2020

NCH Healthcare System - Multi-specialty Clinic Nurse Naples, FL

05/2019 - 10/2019

Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management

interventions to sustain continuity of care.

Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.

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● Counseled families to improve communication.

Processed over 100 prescriptions per day in busy pharmacy achieving decreased customer wait times and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.

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Set up and modified patient profiles in Benecard to include current information such as medications and insurance details.

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Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects and specified use.

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Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.

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Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems and locating items.

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Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans

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Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re-occurrence

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Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care

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Treated patients Diagnosed with Crohn's or Colitis according to MD therapy plan

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● Draw labs, follow up with patient results, coordinated visits Worked with interdisciplinary team, between clinical research and physicians Cardiac, Telemetry, and Progressive Care Registered Nurse

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Updated patient charts using Cerner with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments

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Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care

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Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns

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

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Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and

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● Therapy

● Patient Management

● Patient and family advocacy

● Preventative health

● Medical Records Management

● Family Education

● Supply restocking

● Data Collection

● Performing EKGs

● Insulin medication assistance

● Fluent in Spanish

● Foley catheters

Education

Expected in 12/2022

Herzing University

Wisconsin

PMHNP: Nursing Practice

2018

Chamberlain University

Downers, IL

Bachelor of Science: Nursing

2013

EDP University of Puerto Rico - Hato

Rey, PR

Associate of Science: Nursing

Graduated summa cum laude

2005

Southwest Senior High School

Miami, FL

High School Diploma

● Graduated with 3.56 GPA

● Graduated cum laude

● Graduated with 3.88 GPA

Lennar Foundation Medical Center UM - Registered Nurse Coral Gables, FL

07/2017 - 05/2019

· Multi-specialty Clinic Nurse (Radiation/Oncology, Hem/Onc, ENT, Urology, Cardiology, GI, Neurology)

· Provided skilled emergency response in critical situations

· Prepared procedure trays, sterile fields and supplies

· Managed patient discharge and admissions process

· Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols

· Assisted the physician with patient procedures, including PTNS, BCG and cystoscopy with stent removal, Botox application to bladder, Lupron and testosterone injections, testopel, foley insertion and removal, void and trials and uro-flows

· Accurately noted patient test results, medical histories and vitals

· Pulled supplies for specific patient needs and treatments

· Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission

· Worked closely with doctors to triage and facilitate patient care

· Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab

· Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans

· Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. (Secretary of UPC at Lennar Foundation Medical Center)

interventions in electronic charting systems

● Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 6 patients daily

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Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing, Radiation/Oncology, Hem/Onc, ENT, Urology, Cardiology, GI, Neurology)

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● Provided skilled emergency response in critical situations

● Prepared procedure trays, sterile fields and supplies

● Managed patient discharge and admissions process

● Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols Assisted physician with patient procedures, including PTNS, BCG and cystoscopy with stent removal, Botox application to bladder, Lupron and testosterone injections, testopel, foley insertion and removal, void and trials and uro-flows

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● Accurately noted patient test results, medical histories and vitals

● Pulled supplies for specific patient needs and treatments Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission

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● Worked closely with doctors to triage and facilitate patient care

● Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans

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● Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program

● (Secretary of UPC at Lennar Foundation Medical Center Team Health - TeleHealth Triage Nurse

Knoxville, TN

10/2015 - 02/2016

Companionship Home Health Agency - Home Health Nurse Miami, FL

03/2015 - 10/2015

Interval International - Customer Service Representative Miami, Florida

02/2008 - 11/2014

Primary care, assessment and evaluation of neonatal and pediatric patients over phone

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● Talked with families about preferred care methods

● Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management

● Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.

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Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.

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● Provided patient education.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.

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Managed caseload of 20 clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care.

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Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment

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Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns

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● Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales Achieved and consistently exceeded revenue quota through product and service promotion during routine calls

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Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral

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Asked open-ended questions to better ascertain client needs and determine best international travel offerings

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Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand

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