Registered Nurse/School Nurse Resume Example Clark County School District

REGISTERED NURSE/SCHOOL NURSE

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Work History

Registered Nurse/School Nurse, 08/1997 to Current
Clark County School District – Las Vegas , NV

In my current position, I am a School Nurse with a Master's degree in nursing.
I am a Team Leader of a team of 11 nurses. I assist in managing, facilitating and scheduling procedure schedules, coverage for procedures during absences or added procedures. I assist in the Coordination of team members for coverage of school needs and screening of students. I Coordinate team meetings and scheduled team staff development. I assist the Nurse Coordinator to review procedure and team needs and assist in facilitating and communicating the needs to the nurse team.
I am mentoring a new school nurse hire which involves support and instruction in policies, procedures and school nurse job requirements.
I provide coverage of procedures for multiple students including clean intermittent catheterizations, gastric tube feedings, mechanical ventilator monitoring, insulin administration (sub Q and via pump), and tracheal suctioning.
I am responsible for delegating any procedures as appropriate by the Nurse Advisory which includes training and monthly verification of training
To unlicensed staff and Licensed Practical Nurses.
I Supervise first aid safety assistants in the performance of their health related duties and assists in their evaluation.
I conduct growth and development classes for 5th grade students which includes HIV instruction. hygiene instruction in the classroom, Handwashing and health instruction in the classroom.
I have assisted the school administration with implementing an emergency care/evacuation program in each school; including the provision of first aid kits and supplies and identification of staff training needs.
I am responsible for implementing a comprehensive health program and my multiple schools.
I assess and evaluate the health nd developmental status of students for the purpose of identifying physical disorders and other factors affecting the learning process; communicating with the primary care provider and contributing significant information in order to modify the student's individualized educational plan, 504 plan or Medical plan.
I conduct health screenings at my multiple schools and on the team's multiple schools for hearing, vision, and scoliosis.
I work cooperatively with students, parents, staff, peers, administration, community members and health care providers.
I am familiar with excel, word and health services websites.

Registered Nurse , 06/2002 to 02/2004
Nurse Staffing Agency – Las Vegas, NV

Predominantly worked at St. Rose De Lima and St. Rose Sienna campuses on Med-Surg units during the summers, breaks and one weekend per month as assigned by nurse agency.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission to medical-surgical floor.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, blood transfusions and monitoring responses to catch and address new conditions.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Developed, maintained and edited Health Care Plans.

Registered Nurse, IMC and Medical Surgical, 02/1996 to 08/1997
Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center – Las Vegas, NV

I worked as a staff registered nurse per diem which including working on the Med-surgical units, IMC cardiac unit, and floating to other units as needed.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses to adjust care plans.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.

RN, Relief Charge Nurse, Med-Surg, ICU, ED, 09/1992 to 01/1996
Ray County Memorial Hospital – Richmond, MO

Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Provided targeted care and treatment to various aged patients.
Performed patient treatment according to urgency of condition while multitasking and delegating treatment needs to qualified staff to ensure effective and safe care to promote better outcomes.
Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Maintained good communication between Director of Nursing and Charge Nurse.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes when assigned relief charge nurse.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

Education

Master of Science: Nursing, 08/2005
University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ

Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 05/1992
University of Nevada - Las Vegas, NV

Bachelor of Science: Natural Science, 05/1987
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville - Fayetteville, AR

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Clark County School District
Nurse Staffing Agency
Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center
Ray County Memorial Hospital

School Attended

University of Phoenix
University of Nevada
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse/School Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse, IMC and Medical Surgical
RN, Relief Charge Nurse, Med-Surg, ICU, ED

Degrees

Master of Science : Nursing , 08/2005
Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 05/1992
Bachelor of Science : Natural Science , 05/1987

Registered Nurse/School Nurse Resume Example

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