Registered Nurse Resume Example Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center

REGISTERED NURSE

Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in medical surg/OR environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Skills

Preventative Health
Staff Supervision
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Infection Control Measures

Intravenous Therapy
Precepting
Medical Laboratory Procedures

Work History

Registered Nurse, 10/2010 to Current
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center – Lake City, FL

Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures reduce concerns and provide comfortable and successful experiences.
Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to assess, plan and implement patient care plans.
Prepped operating rooms by sanitizing before procedure and setting up back table to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Administered medications as prescribed and checked for any contradictions or any potential complications that nursing staff needed to be aware of.
Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to efficiently anticipate needs.
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures by making sure supplies on hand, constantly monitoring room, and making sure surgical team gets breaks when needed.
Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure.
Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
Assessed medical status of patients pre and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.

Medical Assisitant, 07/1994 to 03/2006
Randolph Medical Practices – Lake City, FL

Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Collected histories, vitals and current complaints via patient interviews.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Submitted prescriptions to pharmacy via phone, fax or web.
Escorted patients to examination rooms.

Medical Assistant, 07/1990 to 07/1994
Saroja Suntharam, MD – Gainesville, FL

Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.

Education

Associate of Science: RN, 05/2010
Santa Fe Community College - Gainesville, FL

No Degree: Medical AssistantWebster College - Gainesville, FL

Certifications

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
First Aid/CPR Certified

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
Randolph Medical Practices
Saroja Suntharam, MD

School Attended

Santa Fe Community College
Webster College

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse
Medical Assisitant
Medical Assistant

Degrees

Associate of Science : RN , 05/2010
No Degree : Medical Assistant

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