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COMMUNICABLE DISEASE NURSE, PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
Professional Summary
16 year experienced Registered Nurse dedicated and hardworking with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques in the healthcare field. I am a flexible team player and excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to change. Caring and compassionate, I am commited to working with a variety of patient populations to provide quality healthcare. I have a clinical skill set including medical management to patients of all ages. 
Skills
  • Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, PowerPoint, EMR, EHR.
  • Types 80 WPM
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient counseling professional
  • Acute and Critical care expertise
  • Disease prevention and intervention specialist
  • Preceptor to new employees and nursing students
  • Problem resolution capability
  • Adept at prioritizing/managing patient care assessment

  • Versed in ICS 100-700 procedures
  • Catastrophic emergency response training
  • Client and community outreach
  • Public creations and management
  • Effective time management
  • infectious-disease management and control
  • Culturally sensitive
Work History
05/2006 to 03/2016
Communicable Disease Nurse, Public Health Nurse Canadian County Health Department – 1023 E. Vandament, Yukon, OK 73099

  • Counseled and educated patients about Communicable Diseases, reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • Processed monthly reports for department performance.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare Teams.
  • Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement.
  • Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
  • Delegated staff nurse duties, as indicated.
  • Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
  • Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
  • Provided on-call care at all times of day and night in regards to Communicable Disease Outbreaks or Emergency Prepardness.
  • Gathered and analyzed cultural, educational, social and demographic data about the community to guide local program development.
  • Represented the city at community and professional organizational meetings.
  • Served as liaison for city with professional, business and civic groups, community organizations and individuals.
  • Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive patient care.
  • Conducted research on Communicable Diseases and collaborated with senior management to implement programs and policies based on findings.
Charge/Resource Nurse Park view Hospital – El Reno, OK 73036
  • Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive patient care.
  • Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
  • Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to staff.
  • Continually maintained and improved the company's reputation and positive image in the markets served.
  • Reinforced creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.
  • Achieved high staff morale and retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitating a proactive work environment.
  • Supervised and managed the daily activities of a clinical team consisting of nurses and support staff.
  • Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
  • Assigned employee areas, scheduled staff breaks and authorized overtime.
  • Coordinated nursing department activities to ensure availability of appropriate clinical and support staff for resident care.
  • Led clinical team in delivering care services that promoted optimal resident health.
RN, SICU Mercy Hospital – Oklahoma City, OK
  • Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers.
  • Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
  • Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
  • Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.
  • Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
  • Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, MRIs, Ultrasounds, and EKGs.
  • Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
  • Responded to Code Red pages and followed through on disposition of patients.
Education
Current
Bachelor of Science: Nursing
 OCU - Kramer School of Nursing - Oklahoma City, OK
 Currently enrolled to start RN to BSN, online program in August 2016.
2000
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing
 Redlands CC - El Reno, OK

Member Phi Theta Kappa

Graduated with honors Magna Cum Laud
1998
Associate of Science: Biological/ Pre-Professional
 Redlands CC - El Reno, OK
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Canadian County Health Department
  • Park view Hospital
  • Mercy Hospital

School Attended

  • OCU - Kramer School of Nursing
  • Redlands CC

Job Titles Held:

  • Communicable Disease Nurse, Public Health Nurse
  • Charge/Resource Nurse
  • RN, SICU

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Nursing
    Associate of Applied Science : Nursing
    Associate of Science : Biological/ Pre-Professional

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