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Skills
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Diabetes management
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Intake and discharge
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication
  • Wound Management
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Seizure management
  • Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal
  • Patient Assessment and Care
  • Patient Management
  • Patient Care
  • Charting Medication Administration
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Facility oversight
  • Records management
  • Patient safety
  • Healthcare delivery
  • Staff supervision
  • Infection Control
  • CPR
  • Pediatrics
  • Post-op monitoring
Education and Training
11/2017Associate of Applied Science: NursingOzarka CollegeMelbourne, AR
12/2013Completion of LPN Program: NursingMoore Norman Technology Center - NormanNorman, OK
06/2011Associate of Arts: General - Nursing BasicsOklahoma City Community CollegeOklahoma City, OK
05/2006CNA, CMA, CHHA, Phlebotomy: HealthcareMid-America Technology CenterWayne, OK
05/2006High School Diploma: Purcell High SchoolPurcell, OK
Certifications

CPR

Current Texas Nursing License 1025789

FLOOR NURSE
Summary

Resourceful RN with many years of experience in healthcare and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests, assessing and administering medication. Knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods. Experience all the way from a brand new newborn to a frail elderly to their last breath.

Experience
White River Medical Center - Floor NurseBatesville, AR06/2015 - 04/2018
  • Completed required forms and chart documentation, including recording vital signs, medications and other information.
  • Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
  • Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in hospital setting by coaching and supporting.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
  • Cared for patients recovering from procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • 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.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system to update patient records, and implement accurate and timely documentation to their records.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans and monitored for response, effectiveness, or side-effects.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
  • Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
  • Delivered training and mentorship to registered and licensed vocational nurses to ensure and maintain continuity of care, best practices, and hospital policies.
  • Completed initial and comprehensive ongoing patient and family assessments to determine healthcare needs.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
The Waters - LTC NurseMountain View, AR03/2014 - 04/2018
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
  • Identified cognitive functioning, mental status, physiological condition and patient needs.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Jumped in to perform individual or team functions when short-staffed or advanced nursing situations required.
  • Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
  • Performed assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of care for assigned patients, including discharge planning, utilizing interdisciplinary team approach.
  • Administered medications, IVs, and injections in accordance with treatment plan directions.
  • Assisted patients to complete activities of daily living (ADL), including bathing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
  • Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
  • Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge functions, including patient management and care coordination.
  • Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
  • Collected lab specimens, monitored fluid intake/output, and analyzed and interpreted lab results and cardiac rhythm strips; actioned emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
  • Trained new staff on facility policies, procedures and electronic medical record management systems.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests, and procedures.
  • Monitored patient interactions to medications, therapies and changes in plans of care.
  • Routinely audited charting to ensure conformance with best practices.
Mountain View Residential Home - A Waters Communit - Director of NursingMountain View, AR4/23/18 - 11/2020
  • Administered executive supervision, exercising independent judgment to select proper course of action in policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed incident reports for accuracy and proper notification to family, physicians and other agencies as required by regulations.
  • Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting any discrepancies from shift to shift.
  • Oversaw new nursing employee orientation process, including explanation of personnel policies and individual duties.
  • Created, monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
  • Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
  • Ordered all supplies needed for the pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall residnet care and response times.
  • Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
  • Checked the pharmacy area regularly to ensure that it was kept neat, clean and free of debris.
  • Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Assessed new residents on entry and re-entry to facility
  • Coordinated with physicians to ensure orders were up to date and the best options for the residents
  • Assisted on the floor: providing hands on care to residents, medications and activities
  • Coordinated with physicians to ensure orders were up to date and the best options for the residents
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • White River Medical Center
  • The Waters
  • Mountain View Residential Home - A Waters Communit

School Attended

  • Ozarka College
  • Moore Norman Technology Center - Norman
  • Oklahoma City Community College
  • Mid-America Technology Center
  • Purcell High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Floor Nurse
  • LTC Nurse
  • Director of Nursing

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science : Nursing
    Completion of LPN Program : Nursing
    Associate of Arts : General - Nursing Basics
    CNA, CMA, CHHA, Phlebotomy : Healthcare
    High School Diploma :

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