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RETAIL STORE ASSOCIATE
Skills
  • Creating store processes
  • Store growth planning
  • Driving business growth
  • Leadership development
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Customer service
Education and Training
Sociology
Lynchburg Community CollegeLynchburg, VA
  • Major in nursing
06/1973
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
University of Guam School of NursingAgana, Guam
Summary
Experience
Retail Store AssociateTJX Companies | Charlottesville, VA11/2019 - Current
  • Conducted department walkthroughs to assess and remedy factors such as cleanliness, inadequate stock levels and poor merchandising.
  • Connected with customers daily to understand needs, provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical UnitUniversity of Virginia Health System | Charlottesville, VA10/2004 - 07/2019
  • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on [Number]-bed medical-surgical unit with emphasis on orthopedics, urology and gastro-intestinal post-operative patients.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
  • Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
  • Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Administered colostomies and ostomoies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
  • 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.
  • Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
  • Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
  • Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
  • Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
  • Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • 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.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
  • Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
  • Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical UnitMartha Jefferson Hospital | Charlottesville , Virginia09/1998 - 10/2004
  • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on [28r]-bed medical-surgical unit with emphasis on orthopedics, urology and gastro-intestinal post-operative patients.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process covering [6 to [8r] high acuity patients per shift.
  • Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
  • Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
  • Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.
  • Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
  • Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
  • Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
  • Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
  • Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
  • Cared for more than 6 patients each shift while delegating assignments and supervising junior team members to handle needs of [Number]-bed [Type] unit.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
  • Coordinated care for up to 6 patients per shift in busy 30 setting.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Administered colostomies and ostomoies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical UnitLynchburg general hospital | Lynchburg, Virginia10/1973 - 07/1994
  • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on 30-bed medical-surgical unit with emphasis on orthopedics, urology and gastro-intestinal post-operative patients.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process covering 8 to 10 high acuity patients per shift.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
  • Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Administered colostomies and ostomoies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
  • Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
  • Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
  • Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • TJX Companies
  • University of Virginia Health System
  • Martha Jefferson Hospital
  • Lynchburg general hospital

School Attended

  • Lynchburg Community College
  • University of Guam School of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

  • Retail Store Associate
  • Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Degrees

  • Sociology
    Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE

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