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REGISTERED NURSE GASTROENTEROLOGY
Professional Summary
Compassionate, hardworking Registered Nurse with over 11 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in Gastroenterology, pre- op and post-op 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
Sutter Health - Registered Nurse GastroenterologySanta Clara , CA08/2016 - Current
- Work with cohorts to aid patients in understanding requirements for Endoscopic procedures.
- Provide care to Pre-op and Post-op patients undergoing Endoscopic procedures.
- Educate patients on post anesthesia care, Post-op instructions, and recommended instructions of Endoscopist.
- Communicate effectively with patients via patient portal as well as via telephone.
- Devoted to working harmoniously with cohorts, physicians and ancillary staff.
- Work parallel to Anesthesia providers in preparing patients for Endoscopic procedures (i.e. Starting IV's).
Rwj Barnabas - RN Short Procedure Unit/GastroenterologyManchester , NJ10/2013 - 08/2016
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re-occurrence.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Gathered lab specimens during GI procedures
- Admitted patients for short procedures and GI procedures
- Recovered patients post GI procedures.
- Educated patients post procedure with discharge instructions
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Delivered medications via oral and IV
- Assisted Anesthesia Department with positioning patients for nerve blocks and Spinal Anesthesia as well as starting IV's
Crozer-Keystone Health System - Operating Room Staff Registered NurseCity , STATE10/2008 - 10/2013
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Verified patient information such as Name, Birthdate and Procedure and operative site to ensure licensed staff was aware of all relevant health factors and that correct individuals received correct care.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients to ensure comfortable and successful experiences.
- Collaborated with all members of patient's healthcare team to ensure proper and appropriate level of care.
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to efficiently anticipate needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed and checked for any contradictions or any potential complications that nursing staff needed to be aware of.
- Scrubbed in to assist physicians with OR procedures
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Crozer-Keystone Health System - Patient Care TechnicianCity , STATE07/2006 - 10/2008
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living under guidance of Registered Nurses.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurses.
- Transported elderly patients to and from facilities and performed essential ambulatory care.
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
- Cared for patients by providing personal care and ambulation.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Maintained, sanitized and cleaned equipment and instruments to meet patient needs.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Organized and maintained general supply storage areas.
ACLS & BLS certified
Trained in ACLS & BLS
Skills
- Patient Transportation and Transfer
- Gastroenterology
- Administration of IV's
- Licensed Registered Nurse in Pa
Education
2001Widener UniversityCity, StateBachelor of Science: Business Administration And Management
2006Delaware County Community CollegeCity, StateAssociate of Science: Nursing
Walden UniversityCity, StateBachelor of Science: Nursing
- Continuing education in Nursing
2008Delaware County Community CollegeCity, StateNursing
- Coursework in Perioperative Nursing and Perioperative Precept
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School Attended
- Widener University
- Delaware County Community College
- Walden University
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Nurse Gastroenterology
- RN Short Procedure Unit/Gastroenterology
- Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
- Patient Care Technician
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Business Administration And Management
Associate of Science : Nursing
Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Nursing
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