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REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in Clinic, inpatient, and Emergency room environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
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Work History
Registered Nurse, 09/2018 to Current
Augustana Care Corporation – Richfield , MN
Augustana Care Corporation – Richfield , MN
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- 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.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 7 patients each day in high-volume Med surg setting.
- Cared for patients in 15-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- 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.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
LPN, 03/2013 to 08/2017
Danbury Health Systems – Southbury , CT
Danbury Health Systems – Southbury , CT
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in EMD's to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
LPN, 01/2010 to 08/2016
Danbury Health Systems – New Fairfield , CT
Danbury Health Systems – New Fairfield , CT
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2005
Hinton High School - City, State
Hinton High School - City, State
LPN: Nursing, 10/2010
Western Technology Center - Burns Flat - City, State
Western Technology Center - Burns Flat - City, State
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 05/2018
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - City, State
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - City, State
Certifications
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- ACLS certified
- HAZWOPER certified
- NRP
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School Attended
- Hinton High School
- Western Technology Center - Burns Flat
- Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Nurse
- LPN
Degrees
- High School Diploma : 05/2005
LPN : Nursing , 10/2010
Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 05/2018
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