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registered nurse medical surgical unit resume example with 10+ years of experience

Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
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Summary

Highly motivated, dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse with over 15 years of practical experience providing comprehensive medical care in a variety of specialties: medical/surgical, long term care, palliative and hospice, step down ICU, post-ante partum, oncology, pediatrics, newborn and pre-post operative care settings.

Skills
  • Unit Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medical Screening
  • Patient Examination
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Critical Thinking
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Long-Term Care
  • Inpatient and Outpatient Care
  • Immunization Skills
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Medication and IV Administration
  • Palliative and Pain Management
  • Family and Patient Support
  • Diabetes Management
  • Prenatal Care
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • IV and Venipuncture Certified
  • SBAR Communication
  • Infant CPR Certified
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
  • Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Certification
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Cesarean Section Preparation
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Postpartum Care
  • Intake and Discharge
  • Newborn Education
  • Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Sick Visit Procedures
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Nursing Plan Development and Modification
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Gastroenteral Nutrition Education
  • Vascular Care Understanding
  • Colostomy Care Familiarity
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Medication Administration
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Procedure Assistance
Education and Training
Northeast Texas Community Collge Mount Pleasant, TX, Expected in 05/2008 ā€“ ā€“ Associate of Applied Science : Nursing - GPA :
Texas Womenā€™s University Denton, TX , Expected in 05/2005 ā€“ ā€“ Bachelor of Science : Health Tudies - GPA :
Experience
Palmetto Health - Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Richland, WA, 12/2021 - 02/2023
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Represented health care facility in professional community organizations, maintaining high level of professionalism.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Armor Correctional Health Services - Charge Registered Nurse
Miami, FL, 08/2022 - 10/2022
  • Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
  • Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
  • Administered injections, medications and wound care according to needs.
Armor Correctional Health Services - Charge Registered Nurse
Mitchells, VA, 10/2021 - 06/2022
  • Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
  • Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
  • Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
  • Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
  • Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
  • Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
  • Administered injections, medications and wound care according to needs.
Armor Correctional Health Services - Charge Registered Nurse
State Farm, VA, 07/2020 - 02/2022
  • Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues and information.
  • Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders.
  • Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
  • Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
Greystone Healthcare Management - Registered Nurse
Apopka, FL, 07/2014 - 04/2017
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Assisted medical physician with their daily tasks, rounds, patient exams and treatments.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Compiled information from patients and caregivers or family members to identify care concerns.
  • Educated patients and family members on patient care, preventative care and health management.
Adventist Health System - Registered Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit
Orange County, CA, 09/2013 - 08/2014
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Devised and modified individualized plans of care and communicated patient needs to supporting healthcare teams, social workers and case managers.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
Titus Regional Medical Center - Registered Nurse, Pediatrics, Postpartum, Nursery
City, STATE, 05/2008 - 02/2013
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
  • Delivered friendly service and one-on-one assistance to promote positive customer experiences.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Northeast Texas Community Collge
  • Texas Womenā€™s University

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
  • Charge Registered Nurse
  • Charge Registered Nurse
  • Charge Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit
  • Registered Nurse, Pediatrics, Postpartum, Nursery

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science
  • Bachelor of Science

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