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REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL/TELEMETRY REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary

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.

Skills
  • Preventative Health
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Precepting
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Shared Governance
  • Medical Laboratory Procedures
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Staff Supervision
Work History
Mercy Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse//Rockville Centre, New York //February 2007 to Current
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • 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.
  • Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
  • 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.
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 7 patients daily.
  • Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
  • Rotate to charge role on a 40-bed monitored unit; delegate staff assignments, ensure adequate staffing, manage be utilization, troubleshoot and address patient care issues
Mercy Medical CenterRegistered Nurse-Assistant Nurse Manager//Rockville Centre, New York //June 2010 to October 2018
  • Created work schedules for multiple shifts to confirm complete floor coverage.
  • Integrated evidence-based nursing into practice environment for 12 nurses.
  • Communicated with members of medical staff and department heads during weekly update meetings.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 8 patients daily.
  • Managed 6 nurses and nursing activities in 40-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 40-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up I patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, ancillary staff and unit clerks.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Mercy Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse//Rockville Centre, New York//February 2007 to June 2010
  • Staff Nurse-Full Time
Education
Associate of Science - NursingQueensborough Community College of The City University of New York//Oakland Gardens, NY//May 2006
Bachelor of Science - NursingMolloy College//Rockville Centre, NY//May 2018
Certifications
  • New York State Registered Professional Nurse-#582804
  • BLS-American Heart Association
  • ACLS-American Heart Association
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Mercy Medical Center

School Attended

  • Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
  • Molloy College

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse-Assistant Nurse Manager
  • Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse

Degrees

  • Associate of Science - Nursing
    Bachelor of Science - Nursing

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