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REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT/ICU NURSE
Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 3 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in med/sur and ICU environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Skills
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Preventative Health
  • Acute Care Expertise
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Patient Check-Ins
  • Well Visit Procedures
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Patient Assessments
  • Family advocacy
  • Evaluations
  • IV setup
  • Cultural awareness
  • Bilingual Spanish/English
  • Critical care nursing
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/ICU Nurse, 01/2018 to 12/2020
Moore County Hospital District – Dumas, TX
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • 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.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 06/2015 to 11/2017
Great Plains Nursing And Rehab – Dumas, Texas
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
  • Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 08/2012 to 09/2014
Great Plains Nursing And Rehab – Dumas, Texas
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Registered nurses informed of changes.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science: Associate Degree in Nursing , 12/2017
Amarillo College
No Degree: License Vocational Nurse Amarillo College - Amarillo Tx
High School Diploma: 05/2012
Dumas High School
Certifications
  • BLS-AHA expires 01/2022
  • ACLS-AHA expires 07/2022
  • PALS-AHA expires 06/2022
  • Texas RN license-937844
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Moore County Hospital District
  • Great Plains Nursing And Rehab

School Attended

  • Amarillo College
  • Dumas High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/ICU Nurse
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

Degrees

  • Associate of Science : Associate Degree in Nursing , 12/2017
    No Degree : License Vocational Nurse
    High School Diploma : 05/2012

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