Compassionate Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in offering comprehensive patient care in Emergency medicine environments and environments of extended stay in a Medical/Surgical setting. . Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Dedicated and compassionate with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. I am looking to move forward in my profession and continue to provide patient care in a new role as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Accomplishments
Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Training - Trained team of staff nurses in Emergency Department and on Medical/ Surgical Floor.
Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care and awarded 5+ Daisy Awards for providing exceptional patient care .
Skills
Preventative Health
Chronic Disease Management
Laboratory testing/ evaluation
Diagnostic screenings
Electronic Medical Record
Preparing treatment plans
Women's health exams
Prescribing and Administering medication
Intravenous Therapy
Precepting
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
HIPAA Compliance
Disease Management
Treatment Planning
X-Rays
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, 10/2020 to Current Kuresmart Pain Management – Stevensville, MD,
Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
Delivered high level of care and service to patients through non-traditional methods, including email, video chat and online assessments.
Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases.
Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
Evaluated 30-50 patients each shift, took vitals and attained key case information.
Applied and removed casts, sutured soft tissue injuries, and changed dressings.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions, including hypertension and diabetic conditions.
Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 11/2018 to Current Universal Health Services – Roanoke, VA,
Provide compassion to family members ensuring optimal levels of comfort and privacy
Collaborate with doctors and emergency staff in assessment, planning, and implementation of patient treatment
Monitor current patients, identify issues, explore alternatives and deploy solutions
Document diagnosis and progress on medical records, maintain high levels of readability and accuracy •Perform specialized life saving treatments such as CPR, advanced cardiac life support and pediatric care
Observe signs, symptoms and behaviors of patients and communicate issues to emergency room team
Perform specific patient tasks as assigned by Physician’s written orders
Administer medications and physical treatments
Adhere to proper safety and sterilization protocols and techniques to ensure proper infection control
Provide clerical support and documentation fro admissions, transfers and discharges
Manage logistics of mobile medical equipment such as diagnostic devices, EKG’s IV machines and monitors
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to to a rotating, continuous 4 patient care assignment
Registered Nurse | Medical/Surgical, 10/2015 to 11/2018 Bethesda Hospital East – City, STATE,
Monitored post-op vitals set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues
Developed and implemented successful patient care plans
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
Provided necessary health education training for patients
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
Paramedic/Registered Nurse, 01/2015 to 09/2015 Dr. G’s Urgent Care – City, STATE,
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
Administered medications through various routes per Doctor's orders
Assisted Doctor in bedside procedures as indicated
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Follow up with patients on lab work and testing
Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort
General cleaning and restocking duties including medications and medical supplies
Ensuring a clean and safe environment for proper and efficient infection control
Education
Master's of Science : Family Nurse Practitioner, Expected in 08/2020 Chamberlain University - Downers Grove, IL GPA:
Current Student- Family Nurse Practitioner/ Master’s in Science
Clinical work in Internal Medicine, Women's Health, Pediatric care, and Urgent care setting
Bachelor’s of Science: Nursing, Expected in 2019 Chamberlain University - Downer's Grove, IL, GPA:
Current Student- Family Nurse Practitioner/ Master’s in Science
Clinical work in Internal Medicine, Women's Health, Pediatric care, and Urgent care setting
Associates of Science: , Expected in 2014 Health Career Institute - West Palm Beach, FL, GPA:
Associates: Science/EMS, Expected in 2010 Palm Beach State College - Lake Worth, Fl, GPA:
American Heart Association ACLS PALS
Affiliations
Emergency Nurses Association
American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Certifications
Fl APRN 1109487
FL Certified Registered Nurse RN9414846
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support EXP 12/2020
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