Pacu Registered Nurse resume example with 15+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Offering 20+ years at Riverwood and looking for challenging, long-term position.
Skills
IV fluid administration
Pain management oversight
Health education
Vitals assessments
Laparasopic procedures familiarity
Staff Development and Precepting
IV drug therapy management
Intake and discharge
Medication and IV administration
Problem resolution
Friendly, positive attitude
Experience
PACU Registered Nurse, 09/2016 to Current Chi Health – Sugar Land, TX,
Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement and document skilled nursing care.
Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
Supported physicians completing patient examinations and procedures.
Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Cared for patients recovering from major and minor procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse, 06/2013 to 09/2016 Houston Methodist – Missouri City, TX,
Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
Determined patient injury and illness by performing triage on multiple incoming patients daily.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Oversaw ER department and team of multi-disciplinary professionals in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
LPN, 05/2006 to 06/2013 Good Shepherd Hospice – Riverhead, NY,
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/2017 College of Saint Scholastica - Duluth, MN GPA:
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/2007 Central Lakes College - Brainerd, MN, GPA:
Associate of Arts: General Studies, Expected in 05/2007 Central Lakes College - Brainerd, MN GPA:
LPN Diploma: Nursing, Expected in 04/2006 Central Lakes College - Brainerd, MN GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1998 Aitkin High School - Aitkin, MN, GPA:
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