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REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary

Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 12+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to a diverse population of patients. Knowledgeable about heart rhythms and cardiac IV medication requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.

Skills
  • Infection control measures
  • Health screening
  • Administering immunizations
  • Patient education
  • Intake and discharge
  • Medication and IV cardiac medication administration
  • Wound Care
  • Care Plan Development
  • Patient Management
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Collecting vitals
  • Chronic disease management
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Medication Administration
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient discharge
  • Professional bedside manner
Work History
Registered Nurse, 02/2013 to Current
Piedmont Rockdale Medical Center – Conyers, GA
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 5 patients daily.
  • Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
  • Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
  • Utilized variety of technical equipment, including stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers, to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
  • Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
  • Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
  • Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
  • Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Led successful 10-person team comprised of RNs and ancillary staff.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
  • Cared for patients in 15-30-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
  • Managed hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and other heart conditions by evaluating and monitoring pacemakers and defibrillators.
  • Treated patients with coronary heart disease and provided post-operative care following bypass surgery or heart transplant procedures.
  • Monitored patient vital signs using electrocardiograms and other advanced equipment to foster telemetry care.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on up 30 bed cardiology unit, providing direct care to up to 5 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Updated patient charts using Meditech and EPIC with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 5 patients daily.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine.
  • Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns and assisting with [Type] and [Type] treatment procedures.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing.
  • Utilized wheelchairs and hospital beds to transfer patients from room to X-ray or lab.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Applied clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages to protect patient wounds and prevent infections.
  • Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members.
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse, 11/2016 to 03/2018
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center – Athens, GA
  • Managed hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and other heart conditions by evaluating and monitoring pacemakers and defibrillators.
  • Monitored patient vital signs using electrocardiograms and other advanced equipment to foster telemetry care.
  • 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.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Cared for patients in 30 bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Updated patient charts using Cerner with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Cardiac Registered Nurse, 10/2008 to 09/2014
Athens Regional Medical Center – Athens , GA
  • Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
  • Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
  • Utilized variety of technical equipment, including stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers, to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
  • Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
  • Assessed patients, collecting data and prioritizing cases in accordance with standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
  • Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Updated patient charts using Sunrise and Cerner with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Nurse Extern, 07/2007 to 06/2008
Newton Medical Center – Covington , GA
  • Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns and assisting with [Type] and [Type] treatment procedures.
  • Utilized wheelchairs and hospital beds to transfer patients from room to X-ray or lab.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Applied clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages to protect patient wounds and prevent infections.
  • Performed various job-related duties, including ADL assistance, vital signs, EKGs, wound care, foley care and accuchecks for assigned patients.
  • Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing.
Education
High School DiplomaFayette County High School - Fayetteville, GA
Associate of Science: NursingGordon College - Barnesville, GA
Bachelor of Science: NursingGrand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ
Core Curriculum DeKalb Technical College - Covington , GA
ANCC certified cardiac-vascular nurse

Cardiac-vascular National certification from American Nurses Credentialing Center 2012-present.

ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

National ACLS certification.

Charge Nurse

Charge for 15- 30 bed unit which included staffing for a 45 bed unit, making assignments, conversing with supervisor for assignment appropriateness, and taking care of up to 5 assignd patients.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Piedmont Rockdale Medical Center
  • Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
  • Athens Regional Medical Center
  • Newton Medical Center

School Attended

  • Fayette County High School
  • Gordon College
  • Grand Canyon University
  • DeKalb Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
  • Cardiac Registered Nurse
  • Nurse Extern

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Associate of Science : Nursing
    Bachelor of Science : Nursing
    Core Curriculum

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