Registered Nurse Phlebotomy Resume Example American Red Cross

REGISTERED NURSE PHLEBOTOMY

Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in behavioral health environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Skills

Planning and scheduling
Preventative health
Nursing Staff Management
Scheduling
Staff Management
Dementia Knowledge
Infection Control
Patient Information Collection
Strong clinical judgment

Patient and family advocacy
Policy Updates
Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Case Management
Treatment Planning
Diabetes Diagnosis and Treatment
Performing EKGs

Work History

Registered Nurse Phlebotomy02/2010 to 07/2010
American Red Cross – Louisville, KY

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
Fostered improvement in all operational facets, including staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Performed thorough patient history to determine donor eligibility
Performed venipuncture for blood collection
Monitored donors continually for any adverse reactions during and after collection
Supervised venipuncture technicians as well as other supporting staff during blood drives
Documentation of blood drive collections
Ensured proper packaging and storage of blood for transport
Equipment checks performed prior to every blood drive to ensure proper function

Home Health Nurse10/2008 to 10/2009
Amedisys – Louisville, KY

Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.
Provided direct patient care, stabilizedpatients and determined next course of action.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
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.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
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.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Nurse Technician/Registered Nurse05/1996 to 10/2008
Caritas Health – Louisville, KY

Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Corresponded with appropriate doctors to report any changes occurring in patients' health.
Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths and performing dress changes for patients.
Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Charge nurse entire career with Our Lady of Peace as well as relief House Manager from about 2000-2008
Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.3
Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Administered medication according to each patient's medical charts and recorded vitals such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and output information.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

Education

Associate of Science: Nursing12/1998Jefferson Community College- Louisville, Ky

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

American Red Cross
Amedisys
Caritas Health

School Attended

Jefferson Community College

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse Phlebotomy
Home Health Nurse
Nurse Technician/Registered Nurse

Degrees

Associate of Science : Nursing 12/1998

Registered Nurse Phlebotomy Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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