Compassionate Registered Nurse with demonstrated success in emergency patient wound care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Skills
Registered Nurse
Hospital inpatient and outpatient records
Treatment Planning
Vulnerability and risk assessment
Patient and family advocacy
Preventative health
Trauma recovery
Acute care expertise
Collecting vitals
Medication Administration
Discharge Planning
Work History
01/2018 to Current
Inpatient Wound/Wound, Ostomy, and Continence NurseUs Oncology, Inc. – Fridley, MN,
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of wounded patients in challenging fast pace environment
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 15 patients daily
Cared for patients in [Number]-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
02/2014 to 11/2018
Licensed Practical NurseAmedisys Home Health – City, STATE,
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care
Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
06/2017 to 01/2018
Outpatient Wound Care Center Registered NurseWinter Haven Hospital – City, STATE,
Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
Disseminated instructions for primary home caregivers and patients in preparation for discharge from hospital.
Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds using ground-breaking technology.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 18-22 patients daily.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
09/2015 to 06/2017
Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered NurseWinter Haven Hospital – City, STATE,
Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
Performed hourly rounds on approximately 20-bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Expected in
Master of Science: Nurse Executive Walden University - Columbia, MD, GPA:
Expected in 12/2018
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Polk State College - Lakeland, FL, GPA:
Expected in 12/2015
Associate of Science: Nursing Polk State College - Lakeland, FL, GPA:
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School Attended
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Polk State College
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Job Titles Held:
Inpatient Wound/Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse
