Dynamic registered nurse bringing eight years treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Expert multi-tasker capable of prioritizing clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced intensive care settings.
Skills
Charting and clinical documentation in Mckesson and Epic
Hemodynamic monitoring with extensive skills in central venous pressure monitoring, arterial line pressure monitoring, and bladder pressure monitoring
Ventilator management
Tracheostomy care
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Patient and family advocacy
Foley catheters, NG/OG tubes, ostomies, wound vac management, etc.
Professional bedside manner
Palliative Care
Extensive wound care
Neurological and Surgical Trauma Recovery
Post Anesthesia Care Recovery
Massive Blood Transfusion
Moderate Sedation
Work History
11/2019 to Current
Charge Registered NurseDavis Health System – , , Greenville, SC
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
Educated patients about post-operative instructions for medication administration, infection complications and preventive health measures.
Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
06/2015 to 11/2019
Charge Registered Nurse, ICUMethodist Health System – , , Spartanburg, SC
Trained new nurses/experience nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
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.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
10/2014 to 06/2015
Certified Nursing AssistantCatholic Health Initiative – , , Spartanburg, SC
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating patient needs.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep registered nurse informed of changes.
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