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Valeria Victoria Lopez Sepulveda

Cavan,Ireland

Summary

Highly motivated and compassionate nurse with extensive experience in both hospital and residential care settings. Having received my Decision Letter from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI), I am preparing for the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) exam on May 10th and 11th and am eager to begin my career as a registered nurse in Ireland.

I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient care, always prioritizing the well-being and dignity of those I look after. I thrive in team environments, collaborating effectively with colleagues to ensure the best possible patient outcomes. At the same time, I am proactive and independent, taking initiative to enhance patient care and improve daily operations.

I hold an NFQ Level 9 qualification in Ireland and have completed up-to-date CPR, Manual Handling, and Fire Safety training. Additionally, I am familiar with HIQA standards, ensuring adherence to best practices in healthcare and patient safety. I am passionate about continuous learning and professional development, always striving to expand my knowledge and skills to provide the highest standard of care. Committed Health Care Assistant focused on enhancing daily life of patients through compassionate care. Provides physical assistance and mental stimulation for holistic wellbeing. Diligent in monitoring symptoms and progress to boost health outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Health care assistant

Sheelin Nursing Home
Cavan, Ireland
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily personal care and medical needs.
  • Monitored residents' well-being and took immediate action on any changes in condition.
  • Ensured infection control measures to reduce risk of infections.
  • Fostered strong relationships with residents and their families through excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.

Health care assistant

The Team Care – Rathmichael
Dublin, Ireland
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided personalized in-home care for patients with very high dependency level, at home 1 to 1 for 14 hours.
  • Assisted with daily living activities and medical support.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
  • Kept detailed records of over 25 patients progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.

Nurse / Paramedic

Hospital El Carmen, Dr. Luis Valentin Ferrada
Santiago, Chile
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Safeguarded patients' well-being with diligent observation and prompt response to changes in condition.
  • Managed ventilator care, tracheostomies, and feeding tubes, ensuring patient comfort, in ICU with 4 patients per shift.
  • Implemented life-saving procedures in critical situations to ensure patient safety.
  • Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
  • Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
  • Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
  • Ensured smooth ICU operations, handling administrative tasks such as scheduling and record-keeping.

Firefighter

Cuerpo de Bomberos de Santiago
Santiago, Chile
06.2016 - 06.2019
  • Delivered first aid services when necessary, aiding victim recovery efforts.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving methods until arrival of medical personnel-crucial in stabilising victims' conditions.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring public safety.
  • Educated public and community on fire safety and prevention methods to increase awareness.
  • Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents.
  • Remained calm in high-pressure environments.

Education

Nurse - Faculty of Health and Physical Activity Sciences

Universidad SEK
Chile

Diploma in Quality & Safety in Healthcare - Faculty of Health and Physical Activity Sciences

Universidad SEK
Chile
2021 - 2022

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Faculty of Health And Physical Activity Sciences

American Hearth Association (AHA)
Chile

Skills

  • Resuscitation techniques
  • Clinical judgment
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Intercultural competence
  • Cardiovascular intensive care unit
  • Rapid response
  • End-Of-Life care sensitivity
  • Calm under pressure
  • CPR certified
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Communication with family members

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Native

Timeline

Health care assistant

Sheelin Nursing Home
08.2023 - Current

Health care assistant

The Team Care – Rathmichael
06.2022 - 02.2023

Nurse / Paramedic

Hospital El Carmen, Dr. Luis Valentin Ferrada
03.2020 - 05.2022

Firefighter

Cuerpo de Bomberos de Santiago
06.2016 - 06.2019

Nurse - Faculty of Health and Physical Activity Sciences

Universidad SEK

Diploma in Quality & Safety in Healthcare - Faculty of Health and Physical Activity Sciences

Universidad SEK
2021 - 2022

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Faculty of Health And Physical Activity Sciences

American Hearth Association (AHA)
Valeria Victoria Lopez Sepulveda