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REGISTERED NURSE, ICU
Professional Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 22 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking Registered Nurse with 22 years of experience in providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
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Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU, 09/2018 to Current
Emerson Hospital – Lexington , MA
Emerson Hospital – Lexington , MA
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
- Provided exceptional care for high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- 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.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, 05/2014 to 01/2018
Adventhealth – Galveston , TX
Adventhealth – Galveston , TX
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, 12/2002 to 05/2014
Beaumont Hospitals – Canton , MI
Beaumont Hospitals – Canton , MI
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Associate of Science: Nursing, 08/2007
Pensacola State College - City, State
Pensacola State College - City, State
Associate of Applied Science: Emergency Medical Technology, 08/2007
Pensacola State College - City, State
Pensacola State College - City, State
Some College (No Degree): ParamedicPensacola State College - City, State
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School Attended
- Pensacola State College
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Nurse, ICU
- Registered Nurse
- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Degrees
- Associate of Science : Nursing , 08/2007
Associate of Applied Science : Emergency Medical Technology , 08/2007
Some College (No Degree) : Paramedic
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