professional staff nurse resume example with 13+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
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.
Skills
Charge nurse with responsiblities of staffing, coordination of help though hospital, and proper triaging of patients for the floor
Preceptor of new nurses and employees
Hospice and palliative care
Tracheostomy Care
Emergency Procedures including chest tubes, assisiting with airway management, and acute events
EMR / EHR including cerner, epic, and sunquest
Medication and Vaccine Administration and education
Wound Care assement, plan and treatment
Infection control measures standard, droplet, contact, and covid19
Chronic disease management and readmission risks
Family and Patient Education
Direct Patient Care
Intravenous therapy, Iv start and management
Collecting vitals and assessing
Strong clinical judgment
Insulin medication assistance and education
Preventative health, vaccines, and follow up
Case Management
Oxygen saturation standards
Home care rounds, planning, and arangement of equipmenmt
Pain managment and coordination
12-lead EKG monitoring, interpretation, and proformance
Microsoft Applications
Work History
11/2013 to CurrentProfessional Staff NurseUniversity Of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Farrell, PA,
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.
03/2009 to 11/2013Senior PhlebotomistBiolife | De Kalb, IL,
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.
01/2008 to 03/2009Home Health AideBickford Senior Living | Saint Charles, IL,
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
Expected in 12/2018 to to Bachelor of Science | Ohio University, Athens,Ohio, GPA:
Expected in 06/2013 to to Associate of Science | NursingUPMC Mercy School of Nursing, Pittsburgh,PA, GPA:
Expected in 04/2012 to to Associate of Science | Licensed Practical NurseUPMC St. Margret's School of Nursing, Aspinwall, PA, GPA:
Certifications
First Aid/CPR Certified
Advance Life Support
NIH
Basic Arrthymia
Phelebotomy including venipunture, finger sticks, and proper management
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