Griselda Montero - Colon
Cidra
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with experience in diverse healthcare settings and care units. Skilled in fast and accurate assessments, care plan development, and patient care coordination. Collaborates effectively with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building strong relationships with patients and families.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
VA Caribbean Health system
San Juan , Puerto Rico
03.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Conducted research projects related to nursing practice or health policy issues.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Actively participated in professional organizations related to nursing practice.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Nurse
Hosp Dr Susoni
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
09.2010 - 09.2011
- 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.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Secretary's Assistant
Dra.Carmen Roman office
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
10.2000 - 08.2010
- Answered and screened incoming calls for the secretary.
- Scheduled appointments and meetings for the secretary.
- Ordered office supplies when needed.
- Performed data entry tasks into software programs such as Excel spreadsheets or Access databases.
- Maintained effective communication with internal customers regarding status updates on projects.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Organized and maintained filing systems, both paper and electronic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Columbia University
Caguas04-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Interamericana
Arecibo05-2010
High School Diploma -
Voc Antonio Luchetti
Arecibo05-2000
Skills
- Wound Management
- Care plan implementation
- Patient Education
- Medication and IV administration
- Diabetes management
- Electronic Health Records Management
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
- FL state licenses
Timeline
Nurse
VA Caribbean Health system
03.2012 - Current
Nurse
Hosp Dr Susoni
09.2010 - 09.2011
Secretary's Assistant
Dra.Carmen Roman office
10.2000 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Columbia University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Interamericana
High School Diploma -
Voc Antonio Luchetti
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