Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Working As RN Resume Example Quest Diagnostics (Formerly Summit Health)

ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE, WORKING AS RN

Professional Summary

Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 20 months of clinicals and comprehensive experience providing care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of Epic and PracticeFusion and CureMD. Empathetic and focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Qualified and board certified and driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.

Skills

Diagnostic screenings
Lab result evaluation
Preparing treatment plans
Healthcare management
Clinic work
Diagnostic Testing
Excellent oral communication
Therapeutic intervention

Electronic Medical Records
Preventative care
Written communication
Medication Administration
Treatment plan development
Women's health exams
Diabetes and nutrition treatments
Administering medication

Work History

04/2013 - CurrentAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse, Working as RN | Quest Diagnostics (Formerly Summit Health) - Novi, MI

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Led successful 2-15-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Utilized [Type] and [Type] behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.

01/2015 - 02/2016Home Health Registered Nurse | Patient Care Home Health - Boca Raton, Florida

Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.
Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
Cleaned wounds and checked vital signs, carefully recording all details in patient records.
Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.
Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of [Type] patients in challenging [Type] environment.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

06/2013 - 10/2014Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse | University Hospital - Tamarac, FL

Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including [Type] and [Type] procedures.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.

Education

12/2019Herzing University, Madison, WIMaster of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner

Majored in Family Practice
Graduated cum laude
Graduated magna cum laude
Graduated with 4.0GPA
Professional development completed in Primary Care

12/2017Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FLBachelor of Science: Nursing

05/2011Broward College, Fort Lauderdale, FLAssociate of Science: Nursing

Certifications

First Aid/CPR Certified

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Quest Diagnostics (Formerly Summit Health)
Patient Care Home Health
University Hospital

School Attended

Herzing University
Florida Atlantic University
Broward College

Job Titles Held:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Working as RN
Home Health Registered Nurse
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse

Degrees

Master of Science : Family Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Associate of Science : Nursing

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