registered nurse medical surgical unit resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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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
Compassionate and Caring
Electronic Charting
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Operational Standards
Patient Condition Monitoring
Pain Management Techniques
Patient Care Assessment
Family Guidance
Preventive Healthcare
Pharmacologic Intervention
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Acute and Chronic Pain
Admissions and Discharge Processes
Patient Intervention
Disease Processes
Needs Assessment
Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
Patient and Family Liaison
Medical Charts and Records
Test Interpretations
Work History
07/2022 to CurrentRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical UnitVeterans Health Administration | Phoenix, AZ,
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
10/2016 to 04/2018Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, OncologyPacific Medical Centers | Gresham, OR,
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Organized and managed care.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
01/2001 to 04/2016Registered Nurse Oncology UnitSt. Dominic Health Systems. Jackson Mississippi | City, STATE,
Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.
Cultivated warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy, wound care and Treatment in infusion treatment facility.
Helped patients feel comfortable and supported during treatments for different types of cancer and patiently answered diverse questions.
Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
03/1988 to 07/1992Registered Nurse - Labor and DeliveryWomans Hospital | City, STATE,
Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient and attending to baby after birth.
Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
Worked closely with doctors in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
Education
Expected in 05/1982 to to Associate Degree In Nursing | Hinds Community College, Raymond, MSGPA:
Expected in 05/1977 to to BS In Social Work | SociologyUniversity of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MSGPA:
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