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PROFESSIONAL STAFF NURSE
Professional Summary
Dynamic Professional Registered Nurse bringing 12 years treating patients of all backgrounds and diagnoses. Coordinating care with other healthcare staff and facilities .Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in fast paced high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in emergency medicine settings.
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Work History
Professional Staff Nurse11/2013 to Current
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Corrdination of care of patients with attendings, consults, social work, and case management for proper care.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 6 patients each day in high-volume Progressive Care Setting setting.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families of diverse backgrounds and ages.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in Cerner.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care,care plans, and discharge instructions.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
Senior Phlebotomist03/2009 to 11/2013
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks up to 60 times per day.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures, including urine, stool, sperm, and sputum collection procedures.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
Home Health Aide01/2008 to 03/2009
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science12/2018Ohio University-
City
Associate of Science: Nursing06/2013UPMC Mercy School of Nursing-
City
Associate of Science: Licensed Practical Nurse04/2012UPMC St. Margret's School of Nursing-
City
Certifications
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Advance Life Support
- NIH
- Basic Arrthymia
- Phelebotomy including venipunture, finger sticks, and proper management
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School Attended
- Ohio University
- UPMC Mercy School of Nursing
- UPMC St. Margret's School of Nursing
Job Titles Held:
- Professional Staff Nurse
- Senior Phlebotomist
- Home Health Aide
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science 12/2018
Associate of Science : Nursing 06/2013
Associate of Science : Licensed Practical Nurse 04/2012
