Carlota Freschi Balcells
Carrer Marià Aguiló 117, 2o, 4a Barcelona,Barcelona
Summary
Accomplished ICU Registered Nurse with strong background in critical care. Skilled in managing complex patient cases and consistently ensuring high standards of care. Demonstrated teamwork and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Experienced Primary Health Care Registered Nurse with solid background. Demonstrated ability and interpersonal skills to ensure effectiveness in patient education and chronic disease management, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU and ANESTHESIA Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL EL PILAR, GRUPO QUIRÓN SALUD
09.2022 - Current
- Monitored patients respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Observed patients vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Recorded patients medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when handling and disposing of biohazardous materials to maintain a safe environment in the ICU.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure continuity of care and compliance with legal requirements.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing double-check system with fellow nurses.
- Managed procurement of ICU supplies, ensuring availability of essential items for patient care.
- Enhanced team performance by conducting regular training sessions on latest ICU procedures and technologies.
- Provided emotional support to patient's families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing stress of hospitalization.
- Educated patients and their families on post-discharge care, promoting faster recovery.
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Institut Català De La Salut (I.C.S)
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided high-quality care for patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease through regular monitoring and medication management.
- Conducted community outreach events promoting preventive health measures such as vaccinations, screenings, and lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors for chronic illnesses.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare team members, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with patients built on trust, empathy, respect, resulting in increased patient adherence to treatment plans recommendations from their healthcare providers.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse populations, adjusting communication styles and treatment approaches as needed.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Assessed health status of patients by eliciting health histories, conducting physical assessments, and analyzing data to formulate plans of care.
- Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
- Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease.
- Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation and nursing competency development.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Respiratory ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
- Monitored patients respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Observed patients vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Recorded patients medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when handling and disposing of biohazardous materials to maintain a safe environment in the ICU.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure continuity of care and compliance with legal requirements.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing double-check system with fellow nurses.
- Managed procurement of ICU supplies, ensuring availability of essential items for patient care.
- Enhanced team performance by conducting regular training sessions on latest ICU procedures and technologies.
- Provided emotional support to patient's families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing stress of hospitalization.
- Educated patients and their families on post-discharge care, promoting faster recovery.
Cardiac Surgery ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Digestive Surgery ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Neurology ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Haemodialysis Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after treatments to monitor for potential complications or changes in condition.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts within the clinic through regular participation in audits and adherence to established guidelines.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for improvement in processes or procedures related to hemodialysis care delivery.
- Optimized clinic efficiency by managing patient schedules and coordinating with technicians on machine setup and maintenance.
- Assisted in vascular access evaluations alongside physicians to determine suitable options for each individual patient's needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, including treatment details and any observed reactions or side effects from therapy.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their emotional needs and supporting them throughout the dialysis process.
- Increased staff competency through ongoing training sessions, mentoring new nurses, and sharing best practices in hemodialysis care.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff by fostering teamwork, open communication, and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of kidney disease by closely monitoring lab results trends over time.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality hemodialysis care and monitoring vital signs during treatment.
- Effectively managed emergency situations arising during dialysis treatments such as hypotensive episodes or access site bleeding.
- Streamlined communication between the dialysis team, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and changes in treatment plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration, participating in team meetings and collaborating with physicians on treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper handling of equipment.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Nurtured strong relationships with community partners such as nephrologists, social workers, and dietitians to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING DEGREE
UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA
Barcelona 08.2014
Skills
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Reliable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
- Emergency Interventions
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Life Support
- Ethical Practice
- Family Support
- Pain Management
- Compassionate Care
- Emotional Support
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Patient Coping Mechanisms
- Relationship Building
- Complex Information Interpretation
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Catalan
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Beginner (A1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
ICU and ANESTHESIA Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL EL PILAR, GRUPO QUIRÓN SALUD
09.2022 - Current
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Institut Català De La Salut (I.C.S)
02.2021 - 08.2022
Respiratory ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Cardiac Surgery ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Digestive Surgery ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Neurology ICU Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Haemodialysis Registered Nurse
HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
08.2014 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - NURSING DEGREE
UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA
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