Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Resume Example Methodist Medical Center

REGISTERED NURSE CHARGE NURSE

Summary

New graduate nurse practitioner offering over 20 years experience of comprehensive care in multiple settings including cardiology, diabetes management, orthopedic-trauma, oncology, general medicine, and geriatric care. I am focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and the entire health-care team. Superb interpersonal and leadership skills. Work effectively within healthcare teams to develop plans of care and advocate for patients. Seeking to capitalize on my current skills and knowledge while working as a nurse practitioner in your company. I was certified in orthopedics, chemotherapy infusion, and medical surgical nursing while practicing as a staff nurse. I consider myself to be a servant leader who believes in team work, learning, and teaching new things. My faith and family mean a lot to me for that is the most integral part of my core. I embrace each opportunity given to me with gratitude. I am described as an upbeat leader with great communication skills and patience. I am a front-runner and a tactical team builder in my community as well as my work place settings.

Skills

Diabetes Telemetry and Medical management
Central line access and IV drug management
Great assessment skills

Multi-Skill oriented
Care plan management
System charting (practice fusion EPIC Clari 5 practice fusion MediTech etc)

Experience

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse / Methodist Medical Center - Richardson, TX10/2015 - Current

Supervised 25-bed telemetry unit while providing direct patient care to acutely ill patients
Trained and mentor new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care
Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records
Performed rounds once per hour on the cardiac floor, checking on patients' well-being
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse / Baylor University Medical Center - Dallas, TX01/2007 - 01/2017

Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclave to protect patients and staff from infection
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures
Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives
Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety

Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse / Parkland Health & Hospital System - Dallas, TX05/2013 - 12/2016

Performed examinations on patients and asked thorough questions to best determine medical conditions and illnesses
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines
Provided skilled direct nursing care to cancer patients in the oncology outpatient infusion clinic
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse / Medical City Hospital - Dallas, TX05/2009 - 12/2016

Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members
Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals
Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care
Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions
Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations
Worked closely with executives to administer operations, staff, resources and budget management
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files
Identified cognitive functioning, mental status, physiological condition and patient needs
Collected lab specimens, monitored fluid intake/output, and analyzed and interpreted lab results and cardiac rhythm strips; actioned emergency interventions to stabilize patients

Education and Training

The University of Texas At Arlington - Arlington, TX2018Master of Science: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

The University of Texas At Arlington - Arlington, TX2010Bachelor of Science: Nursing

El Centro College - Dallas, TX2005Associate of Science: Nursing

Accomplishments

Awarded
2009- Employee of the Year Baylor
2015 - Employee of the Month Parkland
2018- Daisy award Methodist Richardson Medical Center
2019- Daisy award Methodist Richardson Medical Center

Activities and Honors

2018 American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
2011- 2019 Orthopedic Nurse Certification
2011 –2019 Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurses
2013- 2018 Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Administration
2018-current BLS
2018-current ACLS
2016- NIH Stroke Certified

Certifications

BLS - Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas
Certified Nurse Practitioner

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Arlington, TX
Adult Primary Care - 180 hours/ Jan 2018 to July 2018
Preceptor: Liana Klien PA
Patient population: adults/geriatric

Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Arlington, TX
Adult Primary Care - 180 hours/ Aug 2018 to Dec 2018
Preceptor: Jiaul Ahsan, M.D.
Patient population: adults/geriatrics

Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Dallas, TX
Pediatric Primary Care - 180 hours/ Jan 2018 to May 2018
Preceptor: Prakash Malviya, M.D.
Patient Population: pediatrics

Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Dallas, TX
Women's Health – 90 hours/ Aug 2018 to Dec 2018
Preceptor: Raj Kakarla, M.D.
Patient population: adult women

Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Plano, TX
Women's Health – 90 hours/ Aug 2018 to Dec 2018
Preceptor: Shureka Machipalli, M.D.

Patient population: adult women

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Methodist Medical Center
Baylor University Medical Center
Parkland Health & Hospital System
Medical City Hospital

School Attended

The University of Texas At Arlington
El Centro College

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse

Degrees

The University of Texas At Arlington - Arlington, TX 2018 Master of Science : Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington - Arlington, TX 2010 Bachelor of Science : Nursing
El Centro College - Dallas, TX 2005 Associate of Science : Nursing

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