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REGISTERED NURSE
Summary

Multi State-Licensed Registered Nurse with background working in multi-disciplinary medical and Corrections Health and Hospital facilities. Skilled in pain management and rehabilitation of injuries. Ready to serve Acute and Chronic patients'.Dedicated Registered Nurse with more than twelve (12) years of experience caring for patients. Well-versed in Joint Commission standards and typical hospital procedures focused on maximizing patient safety and maintaining strict cost controls. Highly organized and proactive in managing patient needs.

Skills
  • Medical screening
  • Unit administration
  • Patient monitoring
  • Coordinating referrals
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Catheters
  • Taking vitals
  • Nursing Plan Development and Modification
  • Medical assessment
  • SBAR communication
  • Updating computer records
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Checking oxygen levels
  • General housekeeping
  • Immunization skills
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Home visits
  • Triaging patient concerns
  • Patient advising
  • Seizure management
  • Managing personal care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Monitoring vital signs
  • Patient Care
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
  • Team supervision
  • Administering medicines
  • Documenting vitals
Experience
Jackson Health System | Miami, FLRegistered Nurse11/2015 - Current
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
  • Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
  • Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale and satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
  • Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
  • Administered colostomies and ostomies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
  • Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.
Jackson Health System | Miami, FLLicensed Practical Nurse11/2015 - Current
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
PACE | Miami, FLLicensed Practical Nurse12/2009 - 12/2015
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Mercy Hospital | Miami, FloridaLicensed Practical Nurse02/2004 - 05/2010
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Education and Training
West Coast University | North Hollywood, CABachelor of Science in Nursing12/2019
Azure College | Miami, FLAssociate of Science in Nursing11/2015
Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical College | Hialeah, FLLicensed Practical Nurse in Nursing05/2008
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School | Miami, FLHigh School Diploma06/1997
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Jackson Health System
  • PACE
  • Mercy Hospital

School Attended

  • West Coast University
  • Azure College
  • Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical College
  • William H. Turner Technical Arts High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
    Associate of Science in Nursing
    Licensed Practical Nurse in Nursing
    High School Diploma

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