Compassionate Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse with the ability to remain calm and composed in the most stressful environments. Smart and determined in giving each patient an exceptional level of care through assessments, medication administration and dedicated service and support.
Skills
Interpersonal and written communication
Neonatal nursing
Medical terminology
Newborn assessments
Diagnostic procedures
Evaluations
IV setup
Sanitation
HIPAA education
Family advocacy
Leadership
Basic math
Customer service
Flexible & Adaptable
Conflict resolution
Cultural awareness
Precepting
Feeding Assistance
Infection Control Measures
Work History
Registered Nurse, 10/2019 to 03/2020 Lifetime Assistance Inc. – Rochester, NY,
Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in a 24 bed neonatal ICU unit.
Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
Crafted tailored nursing care plan for each patient and evaluated it daily for effectiveness.
Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
Followed all policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
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.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over Number patients daily.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Cared for patients in Number-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
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.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Registered Nurse II, 06/2017 to 09/2019 County Of Nevada – Nevada City Ca 95959, CA,
Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in a 26 bed neonatal ICU unit.
Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Saved $amount by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
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.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Updated patient charts using Software with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
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.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as Number patients each day in high-volume Type setting.
Registered Nurse, 07/2007 to 08/2015 Lifetime Assistance Inc. – Rochester, NY,
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants through Action.
Coordinated and consulted with Number-member health care team to plan, implement and assess both mother and infant care plans.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
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.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Type workshops.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
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.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse, 05/2015 to 10/2016 Lifetime Assistance Inc. – Rochester, NY,
Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
Coordinated and consulted with a multi member health care team to plan, implement and assess both mother and infant care plans.
Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants instantly after delivery.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Updated patient charts using Epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
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.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants through Action.
Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
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.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Type workshops.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
High School Diploma: General Education, Expected in 06/1983 Champion High School - Warren, OH GPA:
Associate Degree In Nursing: Nursing, Expected in 05/2005 Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale, VA GPA:
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