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cardiac stress nurse resume example with 15+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Seasoned nurse bringing 23 years of experience in acute setting. Efficiently assess patient conditions and communicates well with others. Organized multitasker well-versed in documenting findings and maintaining records.

Skills
  • Echocardiogram administration
  • ECG rhythm interpretation
  • Data management
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Iv insertion
  • Lab draw
  • Wound care/wound va
  • Iv med admission
Experience
Cardiac Stress Nurse, 07/2019 to 01/2022
Adventist HealthcareFort Washington, MD,
  • Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.
  • Tested patient cardiac activity with specialized equipment to conduct tests such as echocardiograms, phonocardiograms and electrocardiograms.
  • Recorded blood pressure, limb volume changes and oxygen saturation to inform diagnostic processes.
  • Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities.
  • Produced contrast-enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular systems with help of diagnostic imaging equipment.
  • Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
  • Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
  • Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse, 07/2020 to 06/2021
Windham HospitalCity, STATE,
  • Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
  • Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
  • Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
  • Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Code Nurse, 01/2009 to 01/2020
Windham HospitalCity, STATE,
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
  • Cpr during code
  • Medication administration
  • Ekg certified
  • Iv certified
  • Draw labs if needed

Insert catheter if neededTransfer life flight if needed

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse, 06/2006 to 07/2019
Windham HospitalCity, STATE,
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.
  • Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.
  • Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.
  • Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
  • Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
  • Monitored patients on telemetry by computer or transtelephonically.
  • Monitored patient conditions during surgery by observing EKG readings and other vital signs.
  • Collected specimens of blood or other fluids from patients for testing purposes.
  • Attached electrodes to patients' bodies and recorded electrical impulses from heart to perform EKGs.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Registered Nurse, Expected in 05/2000 to Backus - Worcester ,
GPA:

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School Attended

  • Backus

Job Titles Held:

  • Cardiac Stress Nurse
  • Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
  • Code Nurse
  • Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Degrees

  • Associate of Science

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