Tamikalee Figueroa
San Juan,
Summary
Highly-motivated new graduate nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nursing Student
Hospital Damas Unidad, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Ponce
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed positive relationships with both staff members and patients through effective communication.
- Provided direct care to patients in the SICU, including wound care, IV therapy and ventilator management.
- Assisted with discharge planning process by providing necessary information concerning follow-up appointments or home health services.
- Educated patients and family members on post-operative instructions, medications, diet restrictions and lifestyle modifications.
Clinical Nursing Student
Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Pediatrics Unit
Ponce
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Provided direct nursing care to pediatric patients in a hospital setting.
- Provided emotional support to children suffering from chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Organized activities for hospitalized children to help them cope with their illness or hospital stay.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
Community Health Nursing Student
El Pesebre Inc., Posada de Amor
Ponce
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed promotional materials for various volunteer activities and special events.
- Collected and distributed materials based on attendee donations.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to ensure a successful event.
- Conducted customer surveys to gain feedback on services provided by the organization.
- Advised patients on preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative therapies available, addressing benefits and drawbacks and suggesting treatments appropriate for unique situations.
Clinical Nursing Student
Hospital Damas, Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Ponce
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Educated patients and their families on disease management and lifestyle modifications.
- Participated in daily rounds with attending physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided comprehensive care to post-operative cardiac surgery patients.
Clinical Nursing Student
Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Maternity and Infant Unit
Ponce
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided postnatal care and support to new mothers, including breastfeeding advice.
- Ensured a safe environment for the baby by monitoring vital signs and providing appropriate care.
- Assisted with newborns' feedings, diaper changes, and bathing routines.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Clinical Nursing Student
Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Unidad Dorada MMM
Ponce
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, and medication administration.
- Conducted patient education sessions on health promotion activities such as nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation.
- Carried out assigned tasks from nurses or physicians in a timely manner.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times while providing care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ponce Health Sciences University
Ponce, Puerto Rico06-2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Quality Assurance
- Health Promotion
- Team Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate communication
Accomplishments
- Award of effort, dedication and academic excellence in the Nursing Program.
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Student
Hospital Damas Unidad, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
03.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Nursing Student
Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Pediatrics Unit
01.2024 - 02.2024
Community Health Nursing Student
El Pesebre Inc., Posada de Amor
12.2023 - 02.2024
Clinical Nursing Student
Hospital Damas, Cardiac Stepdown Unit
09.2023 - 10.2023
Clinical Nursing Student
Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Maternity and Infant Unit
09.2023 - 10.2023
Clinical Nursing Student
Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Unidad Dorada MMM
10.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ponce Health Sciences University
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