Enthusiastic nursing professional with over 10 years of experience. Background includes critical care, acute care, chronic care, and care coordination. Excels working both independently and as part of a care team. Provides sound critical thinking and decision-making skills. Known for attention to detail, dedication, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Forms strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families. Passionate about health and wellness. Seeking employment as a Nurse Practitioner pending graduation and licensure in May 2021.
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Preventative health
Strong clinical judgment
Direct Patient Care
High level of autonomy
Family Education
Patient education
Treatment plan development
Clinical Documentation
EMR / EHR
Patient Assessments
Work History
Care Assure Nurse Navigator, 10/2016 - Current Hca – Destin, FL,
Part- time nurse navigator serving as primary resource for discharged cardiac patients. Transitioned to per diem status in August 2019.
Follow up with 25 patients per shift for adherence to post-discharge medical and lifestyle plans.
Performs full chart review. Instructs patients and family members regarding prescribed medications, treatment plans, and/or surgical or diagnostic procedures.
Coordinates appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
Communicates with members of care team, serving as patient advocate and bridge between hospital, patient, and providers.
Facilitates timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to advocate for patients, expedite plan of care and promote continuity. Increased patient compliance, satisfaction, and outcomes.
Builds partnerships with local agencies and groups to assist with patient care, support or educational needs.
Registered Nurse, Covid 19 Support , 04/2020 - 01/2021 Norman Regional Hospital Authority – Oklahoma City, OK,
Remotely monitored and triaged hospital employees using Vivify-Go mobile app for up to 17 hospitals within HCA’s Capital Division. Educated employees in accordance with CDC’s guidelines. Established self scheduling system to optimize program coverage.
Followed vaccination protocols to administer covid-19 vaccines to hospital staff. Monitored for adverse response post vaccination.
Coronary Care Unit Staff Nurse, 11/2014 - 05/2016 Upmc – Franklin, PA,
Full-time critical care RN for 24-bed coronary care unit in large academic medical center.
Managed 1 to 3 critically ill patients per shift.
Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
Responsibilities included: starting IV’s, blood draws, administering medications, managing arterial lines, ventilators, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, administering pulmonary hypertension therapies, titrating vasopressors and sedation, managing temporary pacemakers, providing advanced cardiac life support during codes, providing end of life care. Participated in ICU rounds, communicated with patients and family members providing education and support.
Utilized strong skills of autonomy, advanced critical thinking, and assessment.
Completed 12- month critical care fellowship program.
Professional Staff Nurse, 06/2011 - 10/2014 University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center – City, STATE,
Full-time RN for busy cardiac telemetry unit in large academic research hospital.
Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 6 patients per shift.
Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services. Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Responsibilities included: telemetry monitoring and interpretation, vital sign monitoring, blood draws, management of PICC lines, administering medications including advanced pulmonary hypertension therapies, post cardiac procedure monitoring, management of temporary pacemakers, completing heart transplant work up, rounding with the care team, communicating with patients, family members, and providing education.
Served as charge nurse and nursing preceptor. Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills.
Active member of professional practice council (PPC) and hospital informatics council. As a member of PPC, developed Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) education class. Served as class educator for patients and their family members.
Completed 12-month nursing residency program..
Certifications
· Registered Nurse, Virginia License № 0001254553
· PCCN-K Progressive Care Certified Nurse, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
· BLS Basic Life Support, American Red Cross
· ALS Advanced Life Support, American Red Cross
Education
Master of Science: Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Expected in 05/2021 - George Mason University - Fairfax, VA GPA:
GPA: 4.0
Awarded George Mason University’s High Impact Grant, Spring 2021
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 04/2011 - University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA GPA:
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