Damaris Santos
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
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.
Driven nursing professional with several years of experience in care environments. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Elite Home Care
San Juan , Puerto Rico
11.2021 - 11.2025
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Nueva Vida De La Salud Home Care
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
07.2018 - 11.2021
- Managed and supervised a team of 15 registered nurses.
- Created individualized patient plans based on assessment findings.
- Monitored clinical outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement in care delivery.
- Maintained records of staff attendance, payroll and other personnel data.
- Identified training needs of nurses and provided appropriate instruction and coaching as needed.
- Coordinated orientation program for newly hired RNs.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, ancillary departments, families and other healthcare providers.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing patient responses.
- Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to ensure quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hospital Hermanos Melendez
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
08.2006 - 09.2018
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Medical Card System
San Juan , Puerto Rico
11.2001 - 11.2006
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hospital Universitario, Centro medico
San Juan , Puer
05.1993 - 04.2001
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Educated families on proper homecare techniques for post-discharge planning purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Intensive Nurse Course
Universidad De Puerto Rico
San Juan 05-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Multidisciplinary Intensive Curse
Hospital Universitario Adultos , School Center
San Juan Skills
- Discharge coordination
- Medication and IV administration
- Nursing staff development
- Care plan implementation
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Nurse
Elite Home Care
11.2021 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Nueva Vida De La Salud Home Care
07.2018 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hospital Hermanos Melendez
08.2006 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Medical Card System
11.2001 - 11.2006
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hospital Universitario, Centro medico
05.1993 - 04.2001
Bachelor of Science - Intensive Nurse Course
Universidad De Puerto Rico
Some College (No Degree) - Multidisciplinary Intensive Curse
Hospital Universitario Adultos , School Center