ALBA PATRICIA MIGUEL ACUÑA
REGISTER NURSE
Atlantico
Summary
Highly experienced and well- trained nursing professional with sound clinical knowledge and judgment honed over 18 year career. Offering the knowledge and abilities necessary to deliver exceptional care to every patient. Adept at coordinating nursing teams, care planning and assessing patients. Quick learner with good computer abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
13
13
Certifications
Work History
PATIENT RECRUITER FOR RESEARCH
NORTH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
06.2024 - Current
- Streamlined communication channels between patients, healthcare providers, and research teams for improved coordination.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create harmonious working relationships that benefited both patients and researchers alike.
- Increased patient recruitment by developing targeted marketing materials and strategies.
- Expanded referral networks by cultivating relationships with healthcare providers, community organizations, and advocacy groups.
- Utilized social media sites to recruit new employees.
REGISTERED NURSE ADMITTING
ENDOCENTER HIGH PARK SAS
02.2018 - Current
- Coordinate the admission and discharge of approximately 50 patients per week in accordance with clinic policies on a wide range of diseases like gastroesophageal reflux, gastritis and gastric ulcer, gallstones, hepatitis, cirrhosis, mellitus diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disease, obesity, pre-surgical evaluations, etc
- Develop and coordinate with staff from various disciplines the implementation of 50 personalized care plans per week
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Guide and educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration
- Conduct studies of electrocardiogram, impedanciometry and assist the doctor in endoscopy
REGISTERED NURSE
NORTH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
08.2013 - 12.2016
- Supervised and supported nursing students throughout classroom theory and clinical rotation
- Supervised students during clinical practices, offering feedback and suggestions for improvement while building confidence
- Supervised the work of undergraduate and graduate students completing internship, teaching and research work as part of their studies and career development
- Mentored students during their clinicals to help them get the most out of the experience
- Built successful nurses using careful evaluation of students learning, progress and clinical reasoning skills
- Oversaw nursing and doctors laboratory to successfully and safely allow students hands-on practice for nursing techniques
- Assessed the progress of each student with standardized assessments and course assignments, providing extra assistance to individuals struggling with the material
NURSING COORDINATOR ASISTENCIAL
Linde Colombia S. A, SERVI INDUSTRIALES Y MERCADEO S.A.S
02.2011 - 08.2013
- Coordinated the provision of care services to patients in home care hospitalization
- Developed and implemented protocols to standardize operational policies for the home care unit
- Combined administrative leadership and clinical expertise to shape internal nursing policies and programs
MATERNITY NURSE
Clinica Santa Monica
01.2009 - 08.2010
- Administered medications to patients (mother and newborn), monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions and monitored patient vital signs
- Completed detailed procedures: venipuncture, sampling, placement of tubes (nasogastric, orogastric, bladder, Foley), urine culture, intermittent bladder catheterization, blood cultures, bronchial secretion culture, aspiration of secretions, EKG recording, cures, secretion culture taking, vaccination, assistance during medical procedures (thoracentesis, lumbar puncture, central catheter placement, among others)
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
TELEMETRY REGISTERED NURSE
NORTH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
08.2008 - 03.2009
- Assessed plans and evaluated patient care needs
- Developed appropriate plan of care for patients from admission to discharge
- Evaluated nursing plan of care to deliver safe, competent professional care
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects
- Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions and offered emotional support
- Monitored all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Universidad Del Norte
Puerto Colombia, Colombia 05.2001 -
AUDIT OF HEALTH SERVICES -
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE DE BARRANQUILLA 05.2001 - 09.2013
No Degree - Diploma in Drug Administration
Politecnico Superior
Virtual 05.2001 -
No Degree - Virtual Diploma in First Aid
POLITECNICO SUPERIOR
VIRTUAL 05.2001 -
Skills
Care, Medication
Patient management
Care planning
Medication administration
Patient monitoring
Patient assessments
Patient education and counseling
Accomplishments
- Position Desired:
- Full-Time RN /Staff Nurse
Certification
In Process: IELTS Test
Completed: English Language
Course
Meyer Institute 2007 – Language
Institute Universidad del Norte
2006
LANGUAGE
Good proficiency in English
And Spanish
Spanish, Native
English, Advanced
Language Institute Universidad
Del Norte 2006
Timeline
PATIENT RECRUITER FOR RESEARCH
NORTH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
06.2024 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE ADMITTING
ENDOCENTER HIGH PARK SAS
02.2018 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
NORTH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
08.2013 - 12.2016
NURSING COORDINATOR ASISTENCIAL
Linde Colombia S. A, SERVI INDUSTRIALES Y MERCADEO S.A.S
02.2011 - 08.2013
MATERNITY NURSE
Clinica Santa Monica
01.2009 - 08.2010
TELEMETRY REGISTERED NURSE
NORTH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
08.2008 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Universidad Del Norte
05.2001 -
AUDIT OF HEALTH SERVICES -
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE
05.2001 - 09.2013
No Degree - Diploma in Drug Administration
Politecnico Superior
05.2001 -
No Degree - Virtual Diploma in First Aid
POLITECNICO SUPERIOR
05.2001 -
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