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REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
Professional Summary

Ambitious Tennessee Board- Certified Registered Nurse with over 2 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in acute care environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Knowledgeable about JCAHO requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Resourceful registered nurse possessing excellent work ethic, compassion and commendable interpersonal skills.

Skills
  • Preventative Health
  • Staff Supervision
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Patient Check-Ins
  • Setting Up Referrals
  • Pain Management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Collecting vitals
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Precepting
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Acute Care Expertise
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Wound Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Central Line Care
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, 07/2018 to Current
VA Medical Center – Memphis, TN
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • 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.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 26-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 26 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
  • Led successful 3-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 6 patients daily.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Student Nurse Technician, 06/2017 to 07/2018
Memphis VA Medical Center – Memphis, TN
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 28-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Employed mobility devices and ceiling equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Labor and Delivery Volunteer, 06/2015 to 08/2015
Regional One Health – Memphis, TN
  • Fostered positive working relationships with patients by responding to questions and concerns.
  • Managed customer service issues with professionalism and analytical approaches to maintain and promote patient satisfaction
  • Communicated patient complaints, requests and feedback to health care team for swift resolution.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Leveraged computerized documentation systems to monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting vital signs, tracking FHR readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 05/2018
The University of Tennessee - Martin - Martin, TN
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • VA Medical Center
  • Memphis VA Medical Center
  • Regional One Health

School Attended

  • The University of Tennessee - Martin

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
  • Student Nurse Technician
  • Labor and Delivery Volunteer

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 05/2018

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