Professionally trained Registered Nurse with a Bachelor and a master’s degrees in psychology science, clinical and administrative experience, ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Substantive background in acute and long-term nursing care. A strong leader able to mentor nursing staff through efficient assessment of patient condition, disposition, and needs. Experience in communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills, the ability to prioritize, delegate and manage multiple assignments.
Skills
Efficient and able to operate under pressure
Patient evaluation/intervention
Professional bedside manner
Patient and family advocacy
Palliative care awareness
Excellent patient care and leadership skills
Adept at prioritizing
Experience in wound care management and treatment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Superb organizational and documentation skills
Strong team building and mentoring skills
Proficient knowledge of medical terminology and strong adherence to HIPPA guidelines
Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Ability to quickly develop rapport with patients, caregivers, physicians and staff
Maintains calm and professional demeanor through critical incidents
Strong leadership skills and able to motivate and maintain team dynamics
Experience
08/2021 to Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Charge NurseChi Health – Gretna, NE,
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Acts in a manner that supports the standards of communication, respect, privacy, and teamwork by demonstrating a commitment to professional and ethical conduct
Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy
Implement established behavior management system provided by program
Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by promptly addressing internal/external customer issues/requests, resolving concerns while maintaining a professional image and behavior to build and enhance the patient/family/customer experience
Accepts ownership of job roles and specific assignments/goals; works independently, takes responsibility for own actions; admits mistakes and judgment errors; and accepts constructive feedback
Connects personal work results to the accomplishment of team and organizational goals
Accepts change and adapts in a positive and productive manner; handles unexpected situations and changes in direction calmly and with confidence
Views new assignments and job responsibilities as an opportunity for growth
Complies with and ensures patient safety practices in the clinical setting
Develops and implements a nursing care plan based on the patient's individual needs, an interdisciplinary approach, and evidence-based practices
Completes work assignments within established quality and/or quantity standards
Ability to identify, analyze and effectively solve problems
Organizes work to achieve maximum efficiency
Provides Patient and Family Centered Care to patients, families, visitors, and internal customers
07/2003 to 02/2020
Nursing Supervisor / Floor nurseHARMONY HEALTH CENTER – City, STATE,
Directs and supervises healthcare personnel and within their units
Directs and coordinates infection control programs, advising and consulting with specified personnel about necessary precautions
Assigns work schedules, following work requirements to ensure quality and timely delivery of service
Resolves customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered
Develops implements and evaluates health information technology applications, tools, processes and structures to assist nurses with data management
Identifies, collects, records and analyzes data that are relevant to the nursing care of patients
Develops and implements policies and practices to ensure the privacy, confidentiality, and security of patients’ information
Ensures and improves clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing processes and procedures to evaluate and improve patient care within assigned department
Directs, educates, coaches and mentors nurses to develop/keep a strong team atmosphere
Directs daily operations of the geriatric care units through delegation of duties for the appropriate execution of patient care
Educates patients/families and supporting staff members on health care needs, conditions, as well as prevention measures.
01/2002 to 12/2002
ICU NurseNAVAL HOSPITAL – City, STATE,
Evaluate and monitor the patient’s progress
Identify sudden or subtle changes in a patient’s medical condition
Deliver regular updates to doctors, patients, and their family members
Begin treatment and monitor doses
If necessary, respond to a medical emergency and alert the appropriate doctors
Care for patient's needs throughout their recovery in the ICU unit
Complete all necessary paperwork before transferring a patient
Maintain patient records
Create and implement effective care plans.
Education and Training
Expected in 08/2019 to to
MHC: - , GPA:
Expected in 04/2017 to to
Bachelor of Psychology Science (BS): ALBIZU UNIVERSITY - Miami, Florida GPA: Cum Laude
Expected in 08/2014 to to
AS: - , GPA:
Expected in to to
Associate of Science: Nursing RESOURCE COLLEGE - Miami, Florida GPA:
Expected in to to
Master of Science: Psychology, Mental Health Counseling ALBIZU UNIVERSITY - Miami, Florida GPA:
Additional Information
CREDENTIALS AND LICENSES
, Registered Nurse (RN)
Mental Health Counselor (MHC)
Certified Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC-CT)
Telemetry Class
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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