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PROGRESSIVE CARE REGISTERED NURSE

Professional Summary

North Carolina Board-Certified Registered Nurse with over 6 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in med/surg/peds and progressive care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in safe patient care while driving innovation. Attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance during each shift. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills.

Skills

Home care
Collecting vitals
Well visit procedures
Chronic disease management
Oxygen saturation standards
ICD-9 forms
Data entry
Case management
Patient and family advocacy
Medication administration

Trauma recovery
Preventative health
Acute care expertise
Insulin medication assistance
Sanitation
Strong clinical judgment
Intravenous therapy
Tracheostomy care
Patient consultation

Work History

09/2015 - CurrentProgressive Care Registered Nurse | Company Name - City, State

Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for cardiac rehabilitation unit
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including wound and cardiac procedures
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Led successful 6-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care

06/2013 - 09/2016Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager | Company Name - City, State

Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 6-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 6 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Led successful 4-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 6 patients daily
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations ofbehaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Cared for patients in 6-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms

03/2014 - 09/2015Registered Nurse, Endoscopy | Company Name - City, State

Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
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
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy

Education

05/2013Richmond Community College, City, StateAssociate of Science: Nursing

Additional Information

Clinical References:

Wendy Barnes 910-217-5594

Jerrie Jackson 910-445-9564

Jessie Molina 910-217-1263

Jeanette Locklear 910-474-4412

Chastity Sorrell 910-419-4093

Brittany Locklear 910-280-1344

Resume Overview

School Attended

Richmond Community College

Job Titles Held:

Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy

Degrees

Associate of Science : Nursing

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