Registered Nurse Resume Example Oklahoma University Medical Center

REGISTERED NURSE

Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in acute intermediate care environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Work History

Oklahoma University Medical Center - Registered NurseOklahoma City, United States10/2014 - Current

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
Monitored 5 patient conditions, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
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
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
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
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates

Baptist Integris - Registered NurseOklahoma City, United States05/2010 - 10/2014

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
Provided direct patient care up to 6 patients, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates

St. Anthony Ambulatory Surgery Center Community - RN Staff NurseOklahoma City, United States01/2008 - 07/2009

Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
All duties for outpatient ambulatory surgery center.

Skills

Patient and family advocacy
Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Direct Patient Care

Acute care expertise
Patient evaluation
Strong clinical judgment

Education

05/2008Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma CityOklahoma City, OKAssociate of Science: Nursing Science

05/1995University of Central OklahomaEdmond, OKBachelor of Science: Chemistry Education

Certifications

First Aid/CPR Certified
BLS expires 02/28/2021
ACLS expires 05/31/2021
RN OKLAHOMA LISCENSE #0092436

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Oklahoma University Medical Center
Baptist Integris
St. Anthony Ambulatory Surgery Center Community

School Attended

Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
University of Central Oklahoma

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse
RN Staff Nurse

Degrees

Associate of Science : Nursing Science
Bachelor of Science : Chemistry Education

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