Jose Oquendo-Pérez
Corozal
Summary
Dynamic and bilingual Registered Nurse with extensive experience in perioperative services, critical care, leadership, healthcare operations, and education. Experienced in high-acuity clinical environments requiring rapid decision-making, multidisciplinary coordination, patient safety, and operational efficiency. Holds a Master of Science in Nursing specialized in Critical Care with concentration in Education, graduating Magna Cum Laude in both Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Proven leadership abilities through military service, healthcare operations, staff training, student supervision, and clinical instruction. Recognized for professionalism, adaptability, communication skills, and ability to lead teams under pressure. Seeking a leadership position focused on operational excellence, staff development, and quality patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Nursing Professor
Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Bayamón
01.2025 - Current
- Instruction and mentorship for undergraduate nursing students.
- Bayamón, PR
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Doctors' Center Hospital
Bayamón
01.2022 - Current
- Perioperative nursing care in pre-op, intra-op, and recovery room settings.
- Coordination with multidisciplinary surgical teams and patient safety initiatives.
- Staff orientation, supervision, and nursing student training.
- Bayamón, PR
Airport Surveillance System
Puerto Rico Department of Health
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored and tracked COVID-19 patients traveling within and outside Puerto Rico through airport surveillance operations.
- Conducted public health screening procedures and ensured compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols and Department of Health regulations.
- Coordinated communication, documentation, and follow-up processes during pandemic response operations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams supporting public health initiatives and emergency response efforts.
Horizontal Construction Engineer / Carpentry & Masonry Specialist
United States Army
01.2015 - Current
- Overseas deployments supporting operations in Kuwait and Afghanistan.
- Leadership, logistics, heavy equipment operations, and mission-critical support.
- Team coordination and operational performance in high-pressure environments.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Critical Care Specialized Nursing with Concentration in Education
Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
Certifications And Skills
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- ACLS & CPR Certified
- HIPAA Compliance
- Leadership & Team Management
- Clinical Education & Staff Training
- Critical Care & Perioperative Nursing
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Adjunct Nursing Professor
Universidad Ana G. Méndez
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Doctors' Center Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Airport Surveillance System
Puerto Rico Department of Health
01.2021 - Current
Horizontal Construction Engineer / Carpentry & Masonry Specialist
United States Army
01.2015 - Current
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Critical Care Specialized Nursing with Concentration in Education
Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico