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EMERGENCY ROOM REGISTERED NURSE
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced hospital Emergency Room. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle unruly patients, dangerous situations and high-stress environments. Adept at developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication skills, respectful attitude and excellent customer service skills. Committed to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
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Experience
Parkland Health & Hospital SystemIrving , TXEmergency Room Registered Nurse07/2016 to Current
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of careto deliver comprehensive services.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Oversaw ER department and team of multi-disciplinary professionals in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
Unc Health Care SystemsFuquay Varina , NCEmergency Room Technician04/2015 to 07/2016
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
William Backus HospitalNew Haven , CTPhlebotomist01/2014 to 04/2015
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Monarch Casino Black HawkReno , NVWaitress01/2011 to 05/2013
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
- Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
- Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
Education and Training
High School Diploma06/2011Linden High School, City, State
Phlebotomy Certificate 12/2013The New Jersey Institute of Allied Health, City, State
Associate of Science:Nursing05/2016Trinitas School of Nursing At Union County College, City, State
- Dean's List Honoree
- RN License: 26NR18733200
Bachelor of Science:Nursing05/2018College of Saint Elizabeth, City, State
Professional Advancement System05/2020Newark Beth Israel Medical Center , City, State
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School Attended
- Linden High School
- The New Jersey Institute of Allied Health
- Trinitas School of Nursing At Union County College
- College of Saint Elizabeth
- Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Job Titles Held:
- Emergency Room Registered Nurse
- Emergency Room Technician
- Phlebotomist
- Waitress
Degrees
- High School Diploma 06/2011
Phlebotomy Certificate 12/2013
Associate of Science : Nursing 05/2016
Bachelor of Science : Nursing 05/2018
Professional Advancement System 05/2020
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