Rafael Reyes Peña

Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with hands-on experience in acute care hospital settings and a strong interest in Emergency Department nursing. Proficient in patient care, vital signs monitoring, EKGs, blood glucose testing, venipuncture, and emergency response. Recognized for maintaining composure in high-pressure situations and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Patient Care Associate - Broward Health Medical Center - Fort Lauderdale, FL

(2025-10)

• Communicated changes in patient condition to nursing staff to ensure timely care.
• Provided direct patient care and support services, enhancing patient comfort and adherence to established standards.
• Initiated emergency protocols during code blue events to facilitate rapid response and improve patient outcomes.
• Obtained specimens to facilitate accurate and timely laboratory testing.

Licensed Practical Nurse Student - Broward Health Medical Center - Fort Lauderdale, FL

(2025-10 - 2026-05)

• Administered oral, SQ and IM medications and monitored patient reactions under supervision of registered nurses.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing urgent requests from physicians and nurses to ensure timely patient care.
• Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
• Performed urinary catheterization and assisted with tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, and feeding tube maintenance to support patient comfort and recovery.

Licensed Practical Nurse Student - Memorial Manor - Pembroke Pines, FL

(2025-08 - 2025-10)

• Supported patient examinations and procedures to enhance comfort and care.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive and quality patient care.
• Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure timely interventions.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.

Licensed Practical Nurse Student - Springtree Rehab And Health Care Center - Sunrise, FL

(2025-06 - 2025-08)

• Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output, and glucose levels to track patient health status and inform care decisions.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living, enhancing comfort and promoting independence in bathing, dressing, toileting, and ambulation.
• Facilitated patient mobility, aiding in walking and transferring with appropriate devices to ensure safety and comfort.
• Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.

Diploma - Practical Nursing - McFatter Technical College (2026-05) Davie, FL

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication, Focus On Public Relations - Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo (2020-12) Dominican Republic