Nora Macias
Indianapolis
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a passion for learning and patient care, skilled in critical care and effective communication. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and train new staff, fostering a compassionate environment. I excel in delivering high-quality patient care while maintaining strong clinical judgment under pressure.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medical Critical Care
IU Health Methodist Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications and monitoring responses in acute settings.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes using CRRT, IAPB, and Impella devices effectively.
- Developed care plans through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient recovery.
- Managed complex medical equipment, ensuring proper usage and maintenance for patient safety.
- Swiftly addressed emergencies with critical thinking in high-pressure situations, ensuring patient stability.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices, improving team competency.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes, and central lines, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Patient Care Technician
IU Health University Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Ensured accurate patient documentation by adhering to hospital compliance standards.
- Enhanced patient care by monitoring vital signs and informing nursing staff.
- Trained new technicians, promoting consistent care through knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Executed blood draws and EKGs efficiently, enabling swift analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Strengthened team collaboration by fostering relationships within the healthcare staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN05-2024
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification and BSL certification
- Critical care
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Professional bedside manner
- Compassion and empathy
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medical Critical Care
IU Health Methodist Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
IU Health University Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Marian University
Awards
IU Health Teammember Values Award for Compassion