CANDIDA DEPINA
Boston,MA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 20 years in healthcare, specializing in patient-centered care within medical-surgical and telemetry environments. Expertise includes patient assessment, medication administration, clinical documentation, and education. Fluent in English and Cape Verdean Creole, dedicated to delivering safe and culturally sensitive care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
BI Needham
Needham, Massachusetts
05.2025 - Current
- Delivered direct nursing care to patients in medical-surgical and telemetry settings, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Perform nursing assessments and monitor patients’ conditions.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Monitor vital signs and recognize changes in patient conditions.
- Documented nursing assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical record to maintain accurate patient histories.
- Educated patients and families on care and treatment options, promoting understanding and adherence to health plans.
- Collaborate with nursing colleagues to support safe and effective patient care.
Medical Assistant: Primary Care
BOWDOIN STREET HEALTH CENTER
Dorchester
09.2013 - Current
- Reviewed chief complaint
- Performed EKG, Urinalysis, HCG, A1C, RBS, Flu, strep and covid swab
- Assisted Physician with procedure
- Prepared pap kits for efficient physician examination
- Documented medication history to ensure comprehensive patient records
- Documented medication details during patient consultations.
- Coordinator for Dana-Farber Mammogram van
Medical Assistant: Pediatric Group Practice
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
Boston
09.2005 - 09.2013
- Greet and welcome patients
- Seated patient (birth to 20 yrs.)
- Performed hearing/vision test
- Ensured exam rooms were clean and stocked for efficient patient care
- Make sure exam rooms are cleaned and stocked
- Provided translation support for effective communication with Cape Verdean Creole-speaking patients
Program Assistant
KIT CLARK SENIOR CENTER
Dorchester
11.2002 - 09.2004
- Contributed to activities designed to promote exercise
- Supported individuals in moving safely to promote independence
- Provided direct patient care and maintained safety standards
- Prepared meals for clients, adhering to individual dietary restrictions
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Milton, MASkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care management
- Infection control practices
- Patient education
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Oral health assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
BI Needham
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant: Primary Care
BOWDOIN STREET HEALTH CENTER
09.2013 - Current
Medical Assistant: Pediatric Group Practice
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
09.2005 - 09.2013
Program Assistant
KIT CLARK SENIOR CENTER
11.2002 - 09.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College