Seeking a position as a Registered Nurse with a healthcare facility where top notch educational and training achievements can be put to use in addition to interpersonal skills, to provide quality holistic healthcare to patients.
I'm a highly experienced nursing professional with exceptional leadership skills, clinical knowledge and sound judgment developed over 12-year career. Skillfully staff teams, organize charts and oversee day-to-day care by leveraging strong decision-making and multitasking abilities. History of building team cohesion and long-term success to maximize quality and cost-effectiveness of care.
Skills
Competence in performing clinical skills to include: initiating IV’s, assessments, IV/IM/PO medication administration, IV therapy. Healthcare Provider CPR and ACLS current certification.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and able to function effectively in high stress situations
Proficient in software to include: Microsoft Office applications, Athena, Medinformatics, Meditech, Ibex, Athena, Radweb, Picomm and Harry Rhodes Data systems.
Former Advisory Board member at Central Carolina Technical College
Business Communication
CPR
Customer Service I, II, & III
Managing
Microsoft Office applications
Nursing
Policies
Safety
Scheduling
Teaching
Patient services coordination
Clinical Quality Improvement
Triaging patient concerns
Diabetes management
Intake and discharge
Experience
12/2015 to 12/2018
McLeod Health Clarendon Nursing SupervisorMedstar Health – Towson, MD,
Responsible for managing all nursing staff, assigning patient care, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures, staff scheduling and responding to emergencies and codes.
Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
Investigated and reported all accidents fully, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
Provided patients with direct nursing care when the department was short-staffed.
Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Care for patients in a hospital setting with health issues according to policy of Clarendon Healthcare System, Obtain vitals, triage and assess patients for healthcare needs, administer treatments ordered, and schedule appropriate follow up appointments.
Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
12/2010 to 12/2015
Clinical ManagerSumter Family HEalth Center – City, STATE,
Manage clinical staff ensuring patient flow and safety along with providing patient-centered quality care.
Kept staff trained and up to date on current nursing trends within their scope of practice.
Developed and changed clinical policies as needed.
Helped develop and establish diabetes teaching classes for all diabetic adult patients of SFHC.
Provided clinical oversight for over 90 patients per day.
Facilitated implementation of customer service initiatives and provided training and guidance to staff to achieve patient care and service goals.
Coordinated weekly work schedules for all department employees.
Interviewed applicants and made recommendations for new hires.
Supervised 20-person clinic catering to approximately 90-100 patients per day with spine issues.
Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
12/2007 to 12/2010
RADIOLOGY/CARDIAC CATH LAB REGISTERED NURSETuomey Healthcare System – City, STATE,
Assisted and cared for admitted and non-admitted patients pre/post procedures, including monitoring of vital signs during and after conscious sedation.
ACLS & PALS certification.
Assessed patients before and after procedures and offered specialized care targeted on individual needs to achieve optimal recoveries.
Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters and pacemaker installations.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2008
Associate of Science: Nursing Central Carolina Technical College - Sumter, SC GPA:
Licensed Registered Nurse
Expected in 06/1991
High School Diploma: Sumter High School - Sumter, SC, GPA:
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