Registered Nurse resume example

• Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention
• Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
• Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs
• Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
• Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight
• Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
• Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
• Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers
• Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes
• Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes
• Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.

• Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests
• Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight
• Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
• Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs
• Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
• Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures
• Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education
• Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes
• Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
• Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists, and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health
• Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure
• Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes
• Educated clients, patients, and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
• Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
• Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
• Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
• Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.

Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
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• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.
• Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.

• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
• Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
• Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
• Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
• Assessed patients upon admission and throughout each shift to quickly spot and respond to life-threatening concerns.
• Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
• Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
• Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
• Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
• Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.