Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Endoscopy/PACU Staff Nurse/Day Surgery/Post Operative Staff Nurse/ Operating Room Circulator Resume Example CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital

REGISTERED NURSE CHARGE NURSE ENDOSCOPY PACU STAFF NURSE DAY SURGERY POST OPERATIVE STAFF NURSE

Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in hospital environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Work History

CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital - Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Endoscopy/PACU Staff Nurse/Day Surgery/Post Operative Staff Nurse/ Operating Room CirculatorLake Charles, LA07/2013 - Current

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.
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.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over numerous patients daily.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum with skilled nursing services.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital - Med-Surg NurseRN /Heartburn Center Nurse NavigatorLake Charles, LA01/2003 - 01/2013

Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 30-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 7 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Cared for patients in 30-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Followed up with numerous patients for adherence to post-discharge medical and lifestyle plans.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital - Medical Surgical Registered NurseLake Charles, LA05/1999 - 12/2002

Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objectives.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Defined patient advocacy objectives for patients and caregivers through collaboration with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
Developed and advocated patient care plans.
Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support.
Evaluated patients' progress in treatment, communicating observations to physician on duty to maintain or adjust prescribed care.
Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to various settings, including home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.

Skills

Intravenous therapy
Preventative health
Patient and family advocacy
Ear, nose and throat care
Patient discharge
Neurology awareness
Medical evaluation
IV setup
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Gastrostomy buttons experience
Collecting vitals
Tracheostomy Care
Physical assessments
Well visit procedures
Data Entry
Insulin medication assistance

Appointment Scheduling
Health screening
Family planning services education
Procedure preparations
Oxygen saturation standards
Care Plan Development
Supply restocking
Medication Administration
Infant vitals monitoring
Personal care needs
Disease specialization
Professional bedside manner
Emotional intelligence
Family Education
Strong clinical judgment

Education

Lousisiana State UniversityBaton Rouge, LASome College (No Degree): Nursing

05/1999McNeese State UniversityLake Charles, LABachelor of Science: Nursing

Certifications

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
First Aid/CPR Certified
ACLS-Advaned Cardiac Life Support

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital
CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

School Attended

Lousisiana State University
McNeese State University

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Endoscopy/PACU Staff Nurse/Day Surgery/Post Operative Staff Nurse/ Operating Room Circulator
Med-Surg NurseRN /Heartburn Center Nurse Navigator
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Degrees

Some College (No Degree) : Nursing
Bachelor of Science : Nursing

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Endoscopy/PACU Staff Nurse/Day Surgery/Post Operative Staff Nurse/ Operating Room Circulator Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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