Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated background of success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Spanish proficiency
Education
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in Columbia Basin College - Pasco, WA GPA:
Registered Nurse: Nursing, Expected in Columbia Basin College - Pasco, WA GPA:
Licensed Practical Nurse: Nursing, Expected in Columbia Basin College - Pasco, WA GPA:
Work History
Registered Nurse, 06/2013 to Current Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation – Naples, FL,
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Registered Nurse, 06/2012 to 07/2013 Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation – Bellevue, WA,
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as STEMI and appendectomies
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Registered Nurse, 06/2005 to 06/2012 Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation – Beaverton, OR,
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including and pain management
Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post operative services
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as [Type] and [Type]
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
I inserted PICC lines and assisted in the GI/Outpatient Depattment
Certifications
BLS certified
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
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