Versatile Registered Nurse with over 6 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Med/ Surg, Orthopedic, and Home Health units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Dedicated MSN, RN with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management.
Skills
Clinical management
Patient monitoring
Schedule coordination
Immunization skills
Unit administration
Health and wellness expertise
Medication and IV administration
Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
Patient Management
Diabetes management
Nursing staff leadership
Experience
05/2019 to Current
Registered Nurse SupervisorChristian Care Communities – Hopkinsville, KY,
Monitored infection control and critical incidents and made changes and improvements to processes where necessary.
Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
12/2016 to 05/2019
Registered NurseBeacon Health Management – , GA,
equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation to completion
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
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
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications, and prior treatment
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
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
03/2012 to 02/2017
Unit Support Coordinator Tower Health – Newtown, PA,
Analyzed customer feedback regarding provided support and recommended improvements for team workflow and customer service.
Maximized coverage during key hours by preparing effective schedules.
04/2007 to 02/2012
Patient Care TechnicianNortheast Ohio Eye Surgeons – North Canton, OH,
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
Assisted and supported physicians performing procedures.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Helped patients' feel independent and dignified by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Completed frequent cleaning and sanitizing to maintain healthy environment for patients.
Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Education and Training
Expected in 02/2021
Master of Science: Adult Gerontology NP Walden University - Minneapolis, MN GPA:
Expected in 01/2018
BS: Nursing Walden University - , GPA:
Expected in 12/2016
Associate Degree: Nursing Montgomery College - Rockville, MD GPA:
Expected in 12/2016
Completed the 80-Hour Assisted Living Manager course in: Montgomery College - Montgomery, Maryland GPA: Total Quality Concept
Expected in
Immediate Life Support Course
Conflict Resolution Training Course
Acute Life-Threatening Events Recognition and Treatment
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid training.: - , GPA:
Accomplishments
Patient Care - Ensured quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment and referral for a broad range of patients.Treated patients suffering from trauma, acute chest pain, respiratory failure and drug overdoses.
Patient Education - Educated patients about medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
OSHA Compliance - Properly disposed of daily biohazard waste in compliance with federal and local regulations.
Documentation - Documented patient information obtained from intake interviews.
Collaboration - Collaborated with physicians to plan and implement patient care.
Reporting - Prepared regular charts on patient's health related history, medication restrictions and allergies.
Family Support - Educated families about procedures, treatment regimens, prevention and care.
Assessment - Executed full patient assessments, including NG and G tubes.
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Resume Overview
School Attended
Walden University
Walden University
Montgomery College
Montgomery College
Job Titles Held:
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Registered Nurse
Unit Support Coordinator
Patient Care Technician
Degrees
Master of Science
BS
Associate Degree
Completed the 80-Hour Assisted Living Manager course in
Immediate Life Support Course
Conflict Resolution Training Course
Acute Life-Threatening Events Recognition and Treatment
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid training.