Loren Jiménez
Cary
Summary
Compassionate RN with hands-on experience in critical care, step-down, oncology, PACU, and med-surgical care. Expertise in managing complex patient cases and responding effectively in urgent situations. Strong clinical judgment and teamwork skills, complemented by a commitment to quality-driven care. Experienced in charting, medication management, and working collaboratively to optimize patient health.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Duke University Hospital
Durham
09.2025 - Current
- Provided patient care across diverse units within the hospital.
- Assisted physicians with procedures and patient assessments.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate medication records.
- Educated patients about disease processes, preventive health measures, medication regimens and discharge planning needs.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.
PRN Nurse Case Manager
Liberty Hospice
Raleigh
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary team members.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment strategies.
- Educated families on end-of-life care and available hospice services.
- Monitored patient conditions and adjusted care plans as needed.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical times.
- Advocated for patient rights and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for complex cases.
- Conducted home visits as necessary to assess patient's condition in the home environment.
Registered Nurse Oncology PCU
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided compassionate care to oncology patients daily, coordinating treatment plans, and supporting their emotional well-being.
- Chemotherapy and biotherapy administration.
- Central line and port-a-cath care.
- Pain and palliative care coordination.
- Critical thinking and rapid response.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital procedures and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Jackson Hospital
Montgomery
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Leveraged critical thinking to assess patient conditions, resulting in timely interventions that improved recovery rates.
- Provided direct patient care in critical cardiovascular conditions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery protocols.
- Identified changes in a patient's condition promptly and reported them to the physician on call.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care, and implementation of nursing interventions.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
Preceptorship NSICU
Baptist South
Montgomery
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Working on 132+ hours precepting in the Neuro Intensive Care Unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL, US08.2024
Associates of Science - Nursing
Troy University
US04.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
American River College
US01.2008
Associates of Science - Social Sciences
American River College
US01.2008
Associate of Science - Chemistry
American River College
US01.2005
Skills
- Chemotherapy
- Critical care/ ICU patient care
- Critical Thinking
- Wound Care
- Intravenous Therapy
- Time Management
- Patient Assessment
- Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Ventilator Management
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Vasoactive Medication Administration
- Care plan development
- Complex Problem-solving
- Team building
- Family education
- High level of autonomy
Certification
- Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, 12/01/22
- CPR/BLS, ACLS Certified
- HIPPA/OSHA Training
- Child Abuse Mandated Reporters Training
Affiliations
NCNA Member
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Duke University Hospital
09.2025 - Current
PRN Nurse Case Manager
Liberty Hospice
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Oncology PCU
Huntsville Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Jackson Hospital
07.2023 - 04.2024
Preceptorship NSICU
Baptist South
02.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama
Associates of Science - Nursing
Troy University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
American River College
Associates of Science - Social Sciences
American River College
Associate of Science - Chemistry
American River College