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Charge Nurse, Pre Op Pacu Registered Nurse resume example with 20+ years of experience

Jessica
Claire
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Professional Summary

Adaptable and seasoned medical professional; demonstrating expertise and knowledge throughout 25 years in healthcare roles. Adapting to the accomodations required of 4 hospitals and a surgery center facility. Committed to leading highly effective teams of RN's, LVN's, and CNA's to delivering exceptional patient care.

Skills
  • Chart Auditing
  • Nursing Care Coordination for PREOP/PACU department
  • Leadership, Training, Mentoring, Coaching and Development
  • Staff scheduling and Coordinating with work planning and prioritization
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Preventive Healthcare and patient examination
  • Auditing anesthesia medication administration properly charted
  • Medication Supply Management, Staff Oversight, and facility management.
  • Patient Advocacy; Compassionate and Caring
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Safety and Security Procedures
Education
Los Angeles County, USC School of Nursing City Of Los Angeles, CA, Expected in 05/1992 Associate of Science : Nursing - GPA :
Gladstone High School Azusa, CA Expected in 06/1985 High School Diploma : - GPA :
  • Member of National Honors Society
  • Awarded Azusa Rotary Club Award// Academic Worthy Girl
Certifications
  • BLS American Heart Association- Renewed 02/2022
  • ACLS American Heart Association-Renewed 02/2022
  • PALS American Heart Association-Renewed 02/2022
Work History
Memorial Healthcare System - Charge Nurse, Pre-op/PACU Registered Nurse
Forsyth, IL, 06/2012 - 09/2022
  • PACU/Pre-op nurse 2012- 2018 and promoted to Charge Nurse, PACU/Pre-op 2018- 2022.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Meticulously managed various medications and treatments such as IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections as ordered by physicians; maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at the end of each shift in order to order and purchase narcotics for surgery center daily.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with surgery center policies and maintaining situational awareness.
  • Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 10-25 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
  • Assessed and coordinated with Director of Nursing during all hiring stages through resume evaluation, interviews, and hiring decisions.
Memorial Healthcare System - Trauma Center Recovery Room Registered Nurse
Hallandale, FL, 07/1992 - 07/2007
  • Provided direct patient care for patients undergoing surgery in an in-patient and outpatient setting.
  • Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
  • Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Cared for patients directly out of 12 operating-rooms, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
San Dimas Community Hospital - Recovery Room Registered Nurse
City, STATE, 01/1993 - 03/1994
  • Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Cared for patients directly out of 4 operating-rooms, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Alhambra Hospital - Recovery Room Registered Nurse
City, STATE, 10/1992 - 02/1994
  • Provided direct patient care for patients undergoing surgery in an in-patient and outpatient setting.
  • Educated patients about post-operative instructions for medication administration, infection complications and preventive health measures.
  • Prepare patients for outpatient surgical procedure and review medications as well as medical history.
  • Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
  • Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Languages
English :
Native or Bilingual
Negotiated :
Tagalog, (Ilongo) :
Native or Bilingual
Negotiated :
Tagalog, (Chavacano) :
Native or Bilingual
Negotiated :
Spanish :
Limited Working
Negotiated :

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School Attended

  • Los Angeles County, USC School of Nursing
  • Gladstone High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Charge Nurse, Pre-op/PACU Registered Nurse
  • Trauma Center Recovery Room Registered Nurse
  • Recovery Room Registered Nurse
  • Recovery Room Registered Nurse

Degrees

  • Associate of Science
  • High School Diploma

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