Dedicated Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience caring for patients. Well-versed in Joint Commission standards and typical hospital procedures focused on maximizing patient safety, and hard working. Highly organized and proactive in managing patient needs with a great attitude.
Skills
Medical screening
Unit Charge Nurse
Patient monitoring
Patient discharging
Patient Teaching
Great Team Work Skills
BLS
NRP
Fast Learner
Good time management skills
Experience
09/2010 to Current
Registered NurseMerakey – Elizabeth, PA,
Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
Delivered exceptional care to average of 3 neonatal ICU patients.
Formulated care plans for every individual neonatal intensive care patient, reviewing on daily basis to determine effectiveness.
Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Administered medications.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Counseled patients by providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for bedside procedures.
Managed UVC’s, arterial and PICC lines.
Attended deliveries and performed assessments on baby to determine if baby is stable to stay with mom after delivery or needed further monitoring.
Made patient assignments appropriately based on patient acuity and staffing.
Delegated appropriately according to patient acuity and staffing.
Permanent charge nurse position, worked with and communicated with sister units to plan day accordingly for any potential admissions or problems with baby that may arise.
Served on our NICQ and helped with unit projects and implemented new practices for our NICQ project.
06/2009 to 09/2010
Pediatric/Med Surg Overflow Registered NursePacific Medical Centers – Clarkston, WA,
Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
Facilitated medication management, including educating family members and monitoring for side effects.
Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
Completed initial and comprehensive ongoing patient and family assessments to determine healthcare needs.
Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
Treated pediatric patients with minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Worked closely with physicians and charge nurses to manage and update patient care plans.
Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
06/2006 to 06/2009
Clinical NurseMerakey – Elizabethville, PA,
Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
Prepared charts for clinic patients, including gathering all hospital records and test results.
Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.
Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Educated patients on disease management, fitness and healthy eating.
Performed examinations on patients and asked thorough questions to best determine medical conditions and illnesses.
Maintained patient records and verified patient privacy and clinical compliance to minimize data breaches.
Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
05/2004 to 06/2007
Registered Nurse Mississippi Baptist Medical Center – City, STATE,
Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
Guided expectant mothers through stages of pregnancy via prenatal nursing care at health clinic in coordination with obstetrician.
Recorded patients' vital signs and observed fetal monitor to track babies’ heart rates.
Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line.
Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
Anticipated deviations of normal infant deliveries to safeguard patients and newborns.
Circulated in the OR during CesareanSections and recovered patients in PACU.
Monitor vital signs, bleeding, and managed pain after delivery.
Worked as a team during deliveries and emergent situations.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/1999
High School Diploma: Terry High School - Terry, MS GPA:
Expected in 05/2004
Associate of Applied Science: Registered Nurse Hinds Community College Allied Heath - Jackson , MS GPA:
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