cardiac rehabilitation nurse resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Enthusiastic RN eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of nursing assessment , treatment plan, delivery of high standard nursing care . Compassionate care to every patient. Excellent communication skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in nursing .
Following retirement 11/30/19; desiring to return to field of nursing for part-time employment for weekdays, on day shift.
Skills
Cadiovascular pre and post op surgical education and intervention
Cardiac rehabilitation techniques
Current Louisiana] licensure with State Board of Nursing
Chronic disease management
Patient and family advocacy
Preventative health
Researching
Healthcare billing
Insurance plan expert
Care plan development
Emergency procedures
Performing EKGs
Resource allocation
Emotional intelligence
Medical recordkeeping
Diagnosing cardiovascular illnesses
Patient privacy
Family advocacy
Patient assessments
Infection control and aseptic procedures
Patient counseling
Physical assessments
Chest pain management
Family education
Relationship building
Charting and clinical documentation
Health screening
Patient evaluation
High level of autonomy
Strong clinical judgment
Disease prevention and intervention specialist
Confidentiality
HIPAA education
Direct patient care
Lab result interpretation
Work History
12/1990 to 11/2019
Cardiac Rehabilitation NurseProvidence Health & Services – Van Nuys, CA,
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Provided observations, took measurements and performed tests at various stages according to quality control plan.
Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
Developed, updated and maintained database of existing and potential customers in Meditech
Developed team communications and information for staff meetings.
Calibrated instruments and scales in production area and quality lab.
Analyzed current business plan, identified inefficiencies in existing processes, and tracked performance following implementation of improvements.
Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
Saved $ [Amount] by researching and implementing [Type] cost-saving initiatives and creating fresh new approaches to long-standing problems.
Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival.
Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth.
01/1982 to 12/1990
Home Health Registered NurseConcentra – Rancho Cucamonga, CA,
Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
Cleaned wounds and checked vital signs, carefully recording all details in patient records.
Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.
Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and varied workshops.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
10/1978 to 12/1982
Registered NurseRapides Regional Medical Center – City, STATE,
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
Managed caseload of 36 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties
Documented patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
Collaborated with all members of patient's healthcare team to ensure proper and appropriate level of care.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Education
Expected in 08/1978 to to
Associate of Science: Registered Nurse Louisiana State University At Alexandria - Alexandria, LA GPA:
Chairperson for Employee Relation Committee at RRMC
Affiliations
Active member of American Heart Association including chairperson for AHA heart walk, fundraising, member of Go Red for Women, education to elementary students on heart healthy living.
Additional Information
Voted employee of the month x 2
Active member of AHA / chairperson for AHA heart walk
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