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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 ERs. 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.

Skills
  • Medication administration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Patient Management
  • Triaging patient concerns
  • Patient Management
Experience
Emergency Room Registered Nurse01/2014 to CurrentJefferson County Health CenterFairfield, IA
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
  • Supervised and mentored employees in ER department through continuous training, open communications and various techniques.
  • Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
  • Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
House Supervisor04/2018 to CurrentJefferson County Health CenterFairfield , IA
  • Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
  • Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
  • Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
  • Communicated conditions, changes and care updates between clinical staff and physicians.
  • Directed emergency response and crisis interventions.
  • Investigated and reported all accidents fully, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
  • Provided patients with direct nursing care when the department was short-staffed.
Ambulatory Care Nurse01/2014 to 01/2015Jefferson County Health CenterFairfield , IA
  • Educated patient and family, utilizing teach-back method and discharge and discussing effective aftercare.
  • Assessed signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial issues of patient's condition throughout procedures.
  • Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Provided skilled direct nursing care to surgical patients in ambulatory care department.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse10/2012 to 01/2014Jefferson County Health CenterFairfield , IA
  • Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
  • Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
  • Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and pulmonary embolisms.
Education and Training
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing05/2012Indian Hills Community CollegeOttumwa, IA
Continuing Education and Certification
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • TNCC
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Jefferson County Health Center

School Attended

  • Indian Hills Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Emergency Room Registered Nurse
  • House Supervisor
  • Ambulatory Care Nurse
  • Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science : Nursing 05/2012

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