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HOSPICE NIGHT NURSE
Professional Summary

Experienced Hospice Nurse with background in home and institutional care. Works gently with patients and family to provide comfort and palliative care. Supports family with extensive resources and information concerning end-of-life events and expectations. Maintains round-the-clock availability to patients and families. Well-rounded and personable Hospice Nurse determined to give patients superior level of care while ensuring dignity. Proudly offering more than 27 years' expertise in nursing field. Empathetic Hospice Nurse promoting over 7 years of expertise in healthcare industry. Knowledgeable in at-home and inpatient settings. Smart and attentive Hospice Nurse gifted in calming both patients and caregivers through dynamic listening and interpersonal skills. Considered valuable asset in helping to manage pain and patients' needs.

Skills
  • Pain control
  • Physician communication
  • Patient care plans
  • Collecting vitals
  • Medication Administration
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Sanitation
  • Preventative health
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Process evaluation
  • Patient care standards
Work History
09/2015 - CurrentHospice Night Nurse | Hospice Of Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz, CA
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
  • Administered wound care, medications, and any necessary treatments.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Maintained in-depth understanding of individual patient care plans.
  • Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Observed and reportedpatient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates. I
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
02/2013 - 09/2015Hospice Nurse | Hospice Of The East Bay - Pleasant Hill, CA
  • Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
  • Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
  • Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
  • Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
03/2010 - 02/2011Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse | Country Villa - Watsonville, CA
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
  • Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
  • Prioritized urgent and non-urgent patient needs calmly and effectively
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objectives.
  • Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to [Number] to [Number] patients per day in [Number]-bed unit.
09/2008 - 12/2009Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse | Career Staff Unlimited (San Quentin State Prison) - Pleasant Hill, CA
  • Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions, including diabetes, arthritis and COPD.
  • Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
  • Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters, including flu, gastrointestinal bugs, strep throat and lice.
  • Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
  • Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood, urine or sputum samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Education
Hartnell Community College, Salinas, CANursing (nursing Program)
De Anza College, Cupertino, CANursing
04/1985Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CAAssociate of Science: Administration of Justice
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Hospice Of Santa Cruz County
  • Hospice Of The East Bay
  • Country Villa
  • Career Staff Unlimited (San Quentin State Prison)

School Attended

  • Hartnell Community College
  • De Anza College
  • Monterey Peninsula College

Job Titles Held:

  • Hospice Night Nurse
  • Hospice Nurse
  • Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse

Degrees

  • Nursing (nursing Program)
    Nursing
    Associate of Science : Administration of Justice

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