Camila Vargas

• Manage 4–5 PCU patients per shift with continuous cardiac monitoring, titrated drips, and rapid response escalation. • Reduced average fall incidents on the unit by coordinating hourly rounding and bed-alarm protocols with CNAs. • Precepted 8 new graduate nurses through orientation, documenting competency checklists and coaching on SBAR handoffs. • Partnered with case management to cut average discharge delay by coordinating same-day prescriptions and transport.

• Delivered full med-surg care for 5–6 patients including post-op recovery, wound care, and patient/family education. • Led bedside shift report adoption on the unit, improving handoff completeness scores in quarterly audits. • Recognized for patient satisfaction comments citing clear explanations of procedures and medication side effects.

• Supported pediatric acute care teams with vitals, I/O tracking, and family-centered care under RN preceptor supervision. • Completed hospital residency modules on pediatric medication safety and infection prevention.