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Xiomara Cartagena Figueroa

Caguas

Summary

Dedicated OR Nurse with a proven track record at Hospital Menonita, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through effective teamwork and compassionate care. Skilled in medication administration and problem-solving, I improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications by closely monitoring patients and educating families on care protocols.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

OR Nurse

Hospital Menonita
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to communicate patient needs and enhance overall care quality.
  • Educated patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative procedures for improved understanding and compliance.
  • Monitored vital signs continuously throughout procedures, alerting appropriate team members when changes indicated potential concerns or required adjustments in care plans.
  • Improved surgical outcomes by providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care to patients and their families.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction with compassionate care during preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery.

Surgery Nurse

Hospital Menonita
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Monitored patient vitals during surgeries, promptly reporting any changes to lead surgeons.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
  • Reduced surgical complications by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Managed inventory of surgical supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels while minimizing waste and cost overruns.
  • Contributed to decreased patient readmissions through thorough discharge education and follow-up support.

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Hospital of Central Connecticut
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assisted in developing and refining nursing protocols to enhance care quality.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to align treatment goals and strategies.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Concentration Medical Surgical

National University College
Caguas, Puerto Rico
09-2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

National University College
Caguas, Puerto Rico
07-2015

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language

Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, Puerto Rico
07-2007

Skills

  • Ethical practice
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient safety
  • Patient communication
  • Medication administration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • United States Army

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

OR Nurse

Hospital Menonita
01.2023 - Current

Surgery Nurse

Hospital Menonita
01.2020 - 01.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Hospital of Central Connecticut
02.2018 - 01.2020

Master of Science - Clinical Concentration Medical Surgical

National University College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

National University College

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language

Universidad Del Turabo

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