Regina Elguezabal
Saint Louis
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St. Louis, MO
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and address patient needs, enhancing overall care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in alignment with care plans.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Documented patient progress and updates in electronic health records, ensuring comprehensive communication among care providers.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Advocated for patient health, safety, and rights through clear communication and support, fostering a patient-centered environment.
Student Nurse Intern
Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital
St. Louis, MO
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and treatments under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted in patient assessments, contributing to the development of individualized care plans.
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update the nursing staff.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as inserting IVs, drawing blood samples, and monitoring vital signs accurately and efficiently.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
Assistant Volleyball Coach
Rockwood Thunder Volleyball Club
St. Louis, MO
11.2021 - 05.2025
- Coordinated game strategies to optimize performance against opposing teams.
- Facilitated communication between players, parents, and coaching staff to foster a positive environment.
- Promoted teamwork among players by emphasizing collaboration both on and off the court during practices and competitions.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance needs, ensuring all necessary gear was available for practices and games.
- Enhanced player skill development through individualized coaching sessions tailored to each athlete''s strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO05-2025
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education
- Mobility assistance
- Team coordination
- EPIC use
- Compassion and empathy
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, physician instructions, etc. to patients.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' vital signs in response to medical administration, escalated care as needed.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Certification
- BLS
- ALS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2024
Assistant Volleyball Coach
Rockwood Thunder Volleyball Club
11.2021 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis