contract rn resume example with 12+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Dedicated, organized and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in direct patient care, case management and public health nursing. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Skills
Accurate Documentation with strong oral and written communication
Remote Case Management
Public Health
Patient Counseling and Education (direct and through telephone)
Circulating/Scrub Nurse in Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery
Medical Terminology
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Medication and Vaccination Administration
Clear Patient Communication
Compassionate and Caring
Infection Control Measures
Wound Care Management
Critical Thinking and attention to detail
Patient Care Assessment and Monitoring
Delegation and Motivation
Work History
CONTRACT RN, 08/2020 - Current Texas Health Resources – Azle, TX,
Public Health RN with City of Milwaukee Health Department (Multiple Roles)
Case Manager/Contact Tracer for COVID-19 Response Team
Delivered key information to callers regarding COVID-19 health conditions and identified appropriate resources within community.
Provided extensive education and answered questions from public during COVID-19 public health crises, while advising on protective measures to stop disease spread.
Assessed and communicated needs of clients to provide resources for work excuse letters, grocery delivery, in-home medical equipment.
Vaccinator for COVID-19 Response Team
Mass vaccination clinics to immunize, educate and monitor clients receiving COVID and Flu vaccine.
Provided health equity by working mobile and neighborhood vaccination clinics to immunize, educate and monitor clients receiving COVID and Flu vaccine.
Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs while providing in-home COVID-19 and Flu immunization.
Safely administered COVID, Flu, Monkey Pox and childhood vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
Public Health RN for Keenan Health Center Sexual Health Clinic
Phlebotomy for STI testing
Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, current symptoms and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 01/2013 - 01/2015 Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center – City, STATE,
Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, 12/2011 - 01/2013 Aurora St. Luke's South Shore – City, STATE,
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
Maintained BLS and ACLS certification.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Certified Surgical Technician, Cardiothoracic, 06/2004 - 06/2011 Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center – City, STATE,
Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges and suction and irrigating equipment.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument and needle count.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during cardiac and thoracic surgery procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Science, Expected in 05/2011 - Alverno College - Milwaukee, WI GPA: Status -
Graduation with Honors
Associate of Science: Surgical Technology, Expected in 06/2004 - Milwaukee Area Technical College - Milwaukee, WI GPA: Status -
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