Registered Nurse Resume Example St. Mary's Medical Center

REGISTERED NURSE

Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with an extensive background as a Respiratory Therapist with over 24 combined years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in acute care environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Work History

St. Mary's Medical Center - Registered NurseGrand Junction, CO01/2012 - Current

Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of cardiac patients in challenging procedural environment
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including cardiac and electrophysiology procedures
Led successful 3-person team comprised of RNs and RT
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document
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Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans

Colorado West Otolaryngologists PC - Registered NurseGrand Junction, CO05/2011 - 01/2012

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans in a busy clinic setting
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
Provided patients with education regarding conditions and treatments to help address concerns
Implemented immunotherapy procedures to help desensitize patients to severe allergens
Reviewed patient medical information and completed thorough physical examinations, discussing current symptoms and concerns to gain complete picture of present health and wellness
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time

St. Mary's Medical Center - Rehabilitation Registered NurseGrand Junction, CO03/2011 - 01/2012

Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and evaluated patient care plans
Helped clients adapt to altered lifestyles while providing therapeutic environments for clients and families
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Provided direct patient care for patients who had rehabilitation needs prior to discharge
Provided direct patient care in an 30 bed acute care setting

St. Mary's Medical Center - Respiratory TherapistGrand Junction, CO11/1999 - 05/2011

Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management per protocol
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement
Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses
Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services
Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time

Skills

Registered Nurse
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS)
Acute Care

Diagnostic Cardiac Cath Lab Operations
Medication Administration
Team Player
Precepting

Education

Expected in 11/2020Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZBachelor of Science: Nursing

03/2011Excelsior CollegeAlbany, NYAssociate of Science: Nursing

08/2003Pueblo Community CollegePueblo, COAssociate of Science: Respiratory Therapy

RRT

1997The University of MontanaMissoula, MTAssociate of Science: Respiratory Therapy

CRT

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

St. Mary's Medical Center
Colorado West Otolaryngologists PC

School Attended

Grand Canyon University
Excelsior College
Pueblo Community College
The University of Montana

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Respiratory Therapist

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Associate of Science : Nursing
Associate of Science : Respiratory Therapy
Associate of Science : Respiratory Therapy

Registered Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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