Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Hardworking Registered Nurse accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency.
Skills
Care planning
Patient assessments
Phlebotomy blood draws
Broad medical terminology knowledge
Talented in minor surgery assistance
Medication and IV administration
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Diabetes management
Laparasopic procedures familiarity
Unit administration
Intake and discharge
Medication administration expert
Diagnostic tools experience
Staff Development and Precepting
Body mechanics knowledge
IV drug therapy management
Computerized charting specialist
Acute and rehabilitative care
Wound cleaning/care expertise
Colostomy care familiarity
Interpersonal and written communication
In-home care services
Emergency measures
Patient discharge procedures
IV line administration
Clinical management
Education and Training
Registered Nurse FloridaMiam, FLExpected in 01/2013 ā āBachelor of Science:Registered Nurse - GPA:
Florida Nursing Board Miami, FLExpected in 01/2013 ā āBachelor of Science:Registered Nurse - GPA:
Experience
Noland Health Services - Registered Nurse Montgomery, AL, 07/2017 - Current
Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
Administered colostomies and ostomoies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
Met training objectives by instructing new and prospective nursing staff in clinical skills and organizational procedures.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
Noland Health Services - Registered Nurse Chapel Hill, AL, 04/2016 - 07/2017
Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
Noland Health Services - Registered Nurse Lake Forest, AL, 07/2013 - 03/2016
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Evergreen Healthcare - Home Health Registered Nurse Duvall, WA, 01/2013 - 07/2013
Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
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