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REGISTERED NURSE

Professional Summary

Experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse with over 35 years of experience in providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Dedicated to continuing education focusing on topics that enhance knowledge base and the nursing process. Diverse experience throughout the United States with the ability to adapt to ever changing situations.

Certifications

Critical Care Registered Nurse, CCRN

Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse, CPAN

Advanced Critical Life Support, ACLS

Pediatric Advanced Life Support, PALS

Basic Life Support Provider, BLS

Skills

Diverse Nursing Experience
Critical Thinking
Strong Clinical Judgement
Patient and Family Advocacy
Effective Communicator

High Level of Autonomy
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Calm, Professional Bedside Manner
Preceptor
Staff Supervision

Work History

01/2016 to 09/2020

Registered NurseCompany Name – City, State

Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs presented by ASPAN and AACN.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

2010 to 2015

Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care UnitCompany Name – City, State

Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues Staff RN in PACU and Phase II recovery unit, caring for children and adults after surgical interventions.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans
Recovered and cared for critically ill patients prior to and during transfer to ICU.
Recovered and cared for patients from the Heart Center, Radiology, Endoscopy, and assisted with bedside procedures.
Managed overflow patients from ICU, ED, Cardiac, Medical, Orthopedic and Surgical Units.
Communicated with Anesthesiologists, CRNA's and Surgeons to ensure patients remained hemodynamically stable, had proper pain control and met discharge criteria.
Trained and mentored new RNs, GNs and SNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

2004 to 2010

Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit and Cardiac Thoracic Surgical UnitCompany Name – City, State

Staff RN in Cardio-thoracic Surgical Intensive Care Unit and Post Anesthesia Care Unit caring for adults and children.
Provided immediate post operative care to patients that had received surgery.
Monitored and cared for critically ill patients prior to and during transfer to ICU or step down units.
Managed care for overflow patients from all areas within the hospital until discharge from PACU.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to patients care.
Mentoring nursing students from local Universities and preceptor for RN's and GN's hired for PACU or CTSU.
Provided education to patients and family members in all stages of the recovery process.
Designated team leader in both units maintaining close communication with Nursing Supervisor and Medical Team.
Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

01/2004 to 2005

Adjunct Nursing Instructor for Medical Surgical IICompany Name – City, State

2002 to 2003

Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care UnitCompany Name – City, State

2001 to 2002

Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgical CenterCompany Name – City, State

1998 to 2000

Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care UnitCompany Name – City, State

1997 to 1998

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care UnitCompany Name – City, State

1990 to 1997

Registered Nurse Clinical CoordinatorCompany Name – City, State

1987 to 1990

Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care UnitCompany Name – City, State

1983 to 1987

Registered Nurse Surgical Intensive Care UnitCompany Name – City, State

Education

1983

Bachelor of Science: Nursing
Montana State University - City, State

Affiliations

American Association of Critical Care Nurses

American Society of Perianesthesia Nurses

State License

Registered Nurse Temporary Permit Pennsylvania - TLRN62836

Registered Nurse Texas - 88643

Registered Nurse New York - 629456-01

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School Attended

Montana State University

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit and Cardiac Thoracic Surgical Unit
Adjunct Nursing Instructor for Medical Surgical II
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgical Center
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Registered Nurse Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Nursing

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