Registered Nurse Resume Example

• Worked in G.B Pant Hospital from '01/12/2012' to '03/12/2019' in the departments of 'Acute Heart Attack & Brain Stroke' Emergency Unit w.e.f '01/12/2012' to '11/30/2016'. This ER was a speciality emergency that focused only on Cardiology & Neurology disease conditions.
  In the cardiology aspect attended & given nursing care to clients with Acute MI, Arrhythmias, Acute Coronary Syndrome; CAD- SVD,DVD & TVD; MI-all types, Cardiac Arrest, Heart Failure, Angina, CHB, Syncope, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pericarditis, 2:1 AV Block, WPW Syndrome, Different types of Heart Block, Stuck Valve, Vascular conditions like Peripheral Arterial Disease, Peripheral Venous Disease, Beurger's disease, Raynaud's disease.
  -Expert in handling clients pre-op & post-op Coronary & Renal Angiogram, Peripheral Angiogram, PTCA (Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty), PTA(Peripheral Angioplasty), Renal Angioplasty, Permanent Pacemaker Insertion, ICD insertion(Dual & Single chamber); Electrophysiology Study, Atherectomy, Cardiac Catheterisation; Ballooning of Mitral Valve(BMV) & Pulmonary Valve; Paediatric Cardiac Catheterisation, Pericardiocentesis, IVC & SVC filter placement.
  -Performed, Assisted & Managed clients undergoing CPR as per ACLS guidelines, Endotracheal Intubation, Arrhythmias correction with IV drugs & Cardioversion, use of defibrillator, temporary pacemaker insertion guided via 2D Echo, Emergency Pericardiocentesis; thrombolisation of Acute MI clients with STK / Tenecteplase / Reteplase; Arterial line insertion, setup & monitoring; CVP line insertion, setup & monitoring; Femoral & Radial Sheath insertion in emergency cases; IV Cannulation, operating portable ECG machine, TEE bedside; Tracheostomy insertion, care & inner cannula change; Mechanical Ventilation, Use of 'Bipap & Cpap Machine'. Expert in medication administration via all routes, emergency drugs; Insulin administration SQ & IV.
  -In the Neurological Speciality, took care of clients with Acute Stroke-
  thrombolising with Actylase / Tenecteplase / Reteplase; CVA(haemorrhagic & non-haemorrhagic types); Spinal Cord Injury, Head Injury, Seizures-managed with drugs & seizure precautions, GB Syndrome, Bells Palsy, Myaesthenia Gravis, Headache or Migraine, Malignant Hypertension, Meningitis, Encephalitis, Parkinsonism, TB-Brain, Increased ICP, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, Drug Toxicity, Hypoglycemia, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemia.
  -Procedures & Skills in Neuro side- Lumbar Puncture, Seizure Precautions & Monitoring, Foley Catheterisation, Condom-Cath application, Naso-Gastric tube insertion, IV Cannulation, Blood Sampling, EEG, Nerve Conduction Study, Neurological Assessments, GCS assessments, Teaching & assisted Stroke Clients in feeding, ROM exercise, use of patient lift equipment for transfer, walking, positioning, coping with Hemianopsia & Aphasia.
  -Carried out Nursing Process for safe & effective care of clients.
  -Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
  •Administered medications via oral, IV, SQ, IM and intradermal injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  •Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  
  Worked in department of 'Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery ICU' from '12/01/2016' to '03/12/2019' in the same hospital.
  Took care of clients Post operative- CABG, Valve replacements- AVR, DVR, MVR; ASD & VSD closure in adult, BMV insertion, IVC & SVC Filter insertion, Bentall's Surgery, Complete & Partial Pneumonectomy & Lobectomy, Peripheral Arteial Grafting, Peripheral Arterial Thrombectomy, Abdominal Aorta Aneurysm Repair, Thymectomy; Paediatrics- ASD, VSD, Large VSD, TOF, Arterial Switch Surgery, Coarctation of Aorta Repair.
  
• Has knowledge, assisted & performed procedures namely Intra Aortic Balloon catheter insertion, monitoring, flushing & functioning of IABP Machine, Peritoneal Dialysis, Haemodialysis(worked with acute care dialysis RN who used to come from different company on request as per patient needs), Chest Tube insertion, Chest Tube removal, Water Seal Drainage Monitoring, CVP line insertion & monitoring, SWAN GANZ Catheter insertion for PA Pressure monitoring, ABG Sampling & monitoring with correction, ET Suctioning with Ambu bag, Weaning & extubation of clients from Ventilator, Tracheostomy insertion, care & suctioning, Naso gastric & Oral gastric tube insertion; Expert in Medication Administration including IV, IM, SQ & Intradermal Drugs, Use of emergency drugs, insulin, narcotics & ionotropes; Cardiac Rehabilitation post extubation, Ventilator care of clients, Monitoring cardiac monitor, tapering of ionotropes as per HCP orders, Assessment of skin integrity & prevention of pressure sores by providing skin care & positioning; use of TED Stockings with pump, Avoiding & Treatment of Malignant Hyperthermia, Use of Warmer-Bear Hugger, warm blankets; Antidotes used for anticoagulants, narcotics & other drug overdose; Chest Physiotherapy, Incentive Spirometry exercises, Management of Pneumothorax & Haemothorax; Management of Hypovolemic, Cardiogenic, Neurogenic & Septic Shock; Use of Blood Products post surgically for haemodynamic stability of clients, monitoring & managing for any transfusion reactions.
  
  -Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
  -Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies. Prevented CAUTI, CRBSI, VAP, SSI-Surgical Site Infection,Pressure Sores.
  -Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
  -Maintained checklists & took all measures to prevent VAP(Ventilator Associated Pneumonia).
  -Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
  -Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
  -Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
  -Counseled patients and families on treatments and care options, including discharge and home care instructions.

Worked in Department of "Cath Lab Recovery Unit" PACU w.e.f '05/15/2010' to '01/06/2012'.
-Worked with Pre-op & Post-op clients after Cardiac Catheterisation, Coronary & Renal Angiogram, PTCA, Renal Angioplasty, Permanent Pacemaker Insertion, ICD(Single & Dual Chamber), EP-Study, BMV insertion, Paediatric Cardiac Catheterisation, Peripheral Angiogram, PTA, Thrombolisation, Atherectomy, Pericardiocentesis, Cardioversion.

- Performed, assisted & monitored clients after procedures namely Arrhythmias correction with drugs, CPR as per ACLS guidelines, Use of Defibrillator, IV cannulation; Arterial Line insertion, setup & monitoring; CVP line insertion, setup & monitoring; Operating portable ECG machine & printing EKG's as per the client condition; Monitoring Cardiac Monitor, blood sampling, Sheath Removal, Management of Haematoma, Use of mechanical compression device, Temporary Pacemaker Insertion guided with 2D Echo, Use of emergency drugs, Dressings; Positioning to avoid Pressure Sores on all pressure points, Doppler Machine use for listening to peripheral pulses, 2D Echo Cardiography.
- Also worked as float nurse in the departments of Cath Lab, Coronary Care
Unit(CCU), Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery ICU, Cardiac Ward Floor & Bariatric Ward Floor.
-Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG
readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team
members on changes in stability or acuity.
-Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored
responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
-Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
-Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
-Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through
discharge.
-Attended the personal care needs of clients post procedures.
-Delivered medications via oral, IV, SQ, ID and IM routes & monitoring responses to address new concerns.
-Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients
personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
-Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
-Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
-Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit,
actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
-Updated patient EMR using CPRS software with data such as medication administration with bar code scanning, nursing assessments, Nursing Process, Vitals Monitoring, Lab Reports collection & Medication indenting from pharmacy to keep records current and support accurate treatments.