charge registered nurse resume example with 3+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Skills
Medication Administration
Oxygen saturation standards
Patient and family advocacy
Case Management
Intravenous therapy
Insulin medication assistance
Well visit procedures
Collecting vitals
Home care
Chronic disease management
Trauma recovery
ICD-9 forms
Tracheostomy Care
Strong clinical judgment
EMR / EHR
Pain control
Patient care plans
Hospice and Palliative Care Management
Physician communication
Patient consultation
Progress Evaluation
Mental Disability Management
Restraint Techniques
Therapeutic Care Plans
Medication Management
Crisis Management
Family Education
Acute care expertise
Medical evaluation
Supervision
Problem resolution
Training and mentoring
Home care
Professional Bedside Manner
HIPPA Compliance
Safety awareness
Work History
02/2020 to CurrentCharge Registered NurseAmerican Renal Associates | Franklin, TN,
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Completed clinical tasks in accordance with hospital policy.
Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Maintained in-depth understanding of individual patient care plans.
Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
06/2018 to 06/2019Hospice Registered Nurse Case ManagerMission Healthcare Services Inc | San Diego, CA,
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Explained course of care and medications, including 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.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 4-5 patients daily.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Updated patient charts using EMR data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
02/2017 to 02/2018Cardiac Stepdown Registered NurseAtrium Health | Gastonia, NC,
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained
Updated patient charts using EMR with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
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.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or surgical procedures.
Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 4-5 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
Education
Expected in 12/2016 to to Bachelor of Science | NursingSouth University, Virginia Beach, VA, GPA:
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