Joana Bernardo Cerdeira Correia Correia

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

• Ensured continuity of care for high-risk pregnancies through early detection of complications or anomalies via regular ultrasound screenings and diagnostic tests.
• Supported women''s overall health by performing routine gynecological exams including Pap smears, breast examinations, STD testing, and contraceptive counseling.
• Boosted patient confidence in their ability to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery by addressing concerns and providing reliable information throughout their healthcare journey.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
• Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.

• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures as needed while maintaining strict adherence to established safety guidelines.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential issues or complications in a timely manner, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.

• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall efficiency within the emergency department setting.
• Reduced wait times for patients by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize workflow.
• Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance on emergency department protocols while fostering professional growth opportunities.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by serving as a reliable team member and offering support to colleagues when needed.
• Delivered compassionate nursing care to diverse patient populations within the emergency department setting.

Assessment and Emergency Unit on Oncology Care

• Decreased wait times for patients by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality emergency nursing care in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Administered life-saving interventions including CPR, defibrillation shocks, or advanced airway management techniques during cardiac emergencies.
• Reduced the risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring proper intervention when necessary.

• Company Overview: Continuing Healthcare Care Unit for long duration, Sertã, Portugal
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
• Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
• Performed clinical tasks
• Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
• Direct and supervise less skilled health care personnel or supervise the unit on the night shifts