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REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary
Attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance and critical thinking during each shift. Bringing over 6 years of nursing experience and compassion. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in hospital setting.
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Work History
Registered Nurse, 07/2020 to Current
Ami Expeditionary Healthcare – Little Rock , AR
Ami Expeditionary Healthcare – Little Rock , AR
- 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.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Cared for patients in 25-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.
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum with skilled nursing services.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts using Point Click Care with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- 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.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Licensed Practical Nurse, 02/2014 to 07/2020
Novant Health – Jacksonville , NC
Novant Health – Jacksonville , NC
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- 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.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges through assessments, notifying doctor, and collaborating with other team members.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Delivered updates in patient status to MDS nurse, recording all changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers, including RN, Therapy services, and dietician to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Used Blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, thermometer, and vital sign machine to obtain patient vital signs under supervision of RN.
- Cared for over 25 Skilled and LTC patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Point Click Care to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed Shiftly evaluations of each patient's vital signs and conditions.
Server, 08/2008 to 02/2014
Clubcorp Club Operations, Inc. – Al - , AL
Clubcorp Club Operations, Inc. – Al - , AL
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
- Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
- Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Education
High School Diploma: College Prep, 05/2009
Eastern Brown Local High School - City
Eastern Brown Local High School - City
Certificate of Nursing (LPN): Nursing, 08/2012
Southern State Community College - City, State
Southern State Community College - City, State
Associates Degree of Nursing: Nursing, 05/2020
Southern State Community College - City, State
Southern State Community College - City, State
Certifications
Basic Life Support
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School Attended
- Eastern Brown Local High School
- Southern State Community College
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Server
Degrees
- High School Diploma : College Prep , 05/2009
Certificate of Nursing (LPN) : Nursing , 08/2012
Associates Degree of Nursing : Nursing , 05/2020
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