Dedicated RN with experience delivering nursing care to propel desired patient outcomes. Expert at patient care planning, colleague communication and administering direct patient care. Compassionate patient advocate and quick-thinking problem solver with excellent judgment.
Skills
Disease prevention
Patient testing
Team Supervision
Diagnosis and treatment
Experience
09/2021 to Current
Clinical Nurse RN at JobcorpsChi Health – San Augustine, TX,
Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
Developed and implemented effective care plans.
Used CIS to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information such as in-house laboratory test results and clinician orders.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Educated patients on disease management, fitness and healthy eating.
11/2015 to 08/2021
Pediatric NurseHickman Mills C-1 School District – Kansas City, MO,
Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
Completed initial and comprehensive ongoing patient and family assessments to determine healthcare needs.
Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
Devised and modified individualized plans of care and communicated patient needs to supporting healthcare teams, social workers and case managers.
Defined care goals based on nursing diagnoses and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
Planned, organized and delivered quality direct and indirect care to pediatric patients in home health environments.
Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
Treated pediatric patients with minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.
Documented health findings and information in patients' charts.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Conducted patient assessments by taking vital signs and interviewing about symptoms.
Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
Offered medical advice based on expertise and physician's directions.
Worked closely with physicians and charge nurses to manage and update patient care plans.
Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
Connected patients to services and programs such as sickle cell or asthma clinic..
07/2019 to 07/2021
School NurseChi Health – Baudette, MN,
Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Assisted in development of school safety plans that targeted problem areas such as flu and covid.
Assessed and responded to medical emergencies with speed and level-head approach.
Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
Trained in Epi-Pen and allergic reaction emergency procedures.
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.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
07/2007 to 11/2015
Pediatric NurseCHOA@ Egleston – City, STATE,
Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
Completed initial and comprehensive ongoing patient and family assessments to determine healthcare needs.
Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
Defined care goals based on nursing diagnoses and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
Facilitated ventilator management through nasal cannula and cpap.
Documented health findings and information in patients' charts.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
Offered medical advice based on expertise and physician's directions.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop, implement, and modify individualized plans of care.
Worked closely with physicians and charge nurses to manage and update patient care plans.
Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
Education and Training
Expected in 12/1979 to to
Certificate: LPN Triton College - River Grove, IL GPA:
Expected in 05/1990 to to
Bachelor of Science: Nursing DePaul University - Chicago, IL GPA:
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