registered nurse sicu resume example with 11+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Knowledgeable, compassionate, and hard working Registered Nurse with over seven years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Experience
Registered Nurse, SICU, 10/2016 to Current Providence St. Joseph's Health – Metaline, WA,
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit, 08/2014 to 10/2016 Pacific Medical Centers – Bothell, WA,
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
Supervised 31-bed telemetry unit while providing direct patient care to acutely ill patients.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Staff Registered Nurse, 06/2013 to 08/2014 Elderwood – Schenectady, NY,
Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Receptionist, 07/2008 to 05/2012 Oakleaf Village Of Raleigh – Marysville, WA,
Worked across campus for several departments as assistant to teachers, deans, and department managers
Directed clients to appropriate personnel to address concerns, resolve complaints or answer account-related questions.
Greeted visitors, assessed needs and directed to appropriate personnel.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Skills
Clear verbal and written communication
Compassionate care
Competent customer service
Patient and family education and counseling
Patient monitoring
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Efficient typing and computer charting using Meditech
Medication administration
IV placement and lab draws
Preparing environment and patient for procedures
Accomplishments
Trained in recovery of open hearts, running support systems such as CRRT, balloon pumps, Impella devices, and hyopthermia protocol.
Supervised and provided resources for ancillary staff and fellow nurses in both critical, acute, and subacute settings
Received iHEAL award from Parkridge Medical Center for recognition of exceptional care
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/2012 to Southern Adventist University - Collegedale, TN GPA:
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