Registered Nurse Resume Example Company Name - Winston Salem, North Carolina

REGISTERED NURSE

Professional Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Work History

Company Name - Registered NurseCity, State03/2019 - Current

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
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.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.

Company Name - BSN, RNCity, State05/2017 - 03/2019

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.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.

Company Name - RT(R) (M)(CI). Cardio-vascular SpecialistCity, State03/2013 - 06/2014

Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
Assisted on cardiac cauterizations by operating multi-channel physiologic monitor.
Utilized variety of technical equipment, including stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers, to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.

Company Name - Cardiovascular Specialist, RT(R)(M)(CI)City, State09/2002 - 02/2012

Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
Utilized variety of technical equipment, including stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers, to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
Assisted on cardiac cauterizations by operating multi-channel physiologic monitor.
Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
Updated subject matter knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.
Contributed to diagnosis of pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.
Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to work.
Worked with Adult diagnostic catheterizations, STEMIs, and Adult and Pediatric congenital heart catheterizations. Develop rd and implemented pediatric lab training manual, pediatric inventory, member of pediatric co-management team, family surveys, and liaison for pediatric team with suppliers .

Skills

Preventative Health
Chronic Disease Management
Precepting
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Acute Care Expertise
Infection Control Measures
Admission/Discharge
Direct Patient Care

Intravenous Therapy
Staff Supervision
Feeding Assistance
Triaging
Laboratory Procedures
Personal Care Needs
Bedside patient care

Education

03/2017Winston Salem State University CityBSN: Nursing

08/2014Grand Canyon UniversityCity, StateBS in Advanced Patient Care: Health Care Management

05/1988Lexington Community CollegeCity, StateAssociate of Applied Science: Radiologic Technology

Certifications

ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BCLS Basic Cardiac Life Support

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School Attended

Winston Salem State University
Grand Canyon University
Lexington Community College

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse
BSN, RN
RT(R) (M)(CI). Cardio-vascular Specialist
Cardiovascular Specialist, RT(R)(M)(CI)

Degrees

BSN : Nursing
BS in Advanced Patient Care : Health Care Management
Associate of Applied Science : Radiologic Technology

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