Hardworking Registered Nurse with 20+years’ experience (including LPN) in providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Specializing in Progressive Care with artificial airways and ventilation, critical drips and management of complex medical patients.
Compassionate BSN Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Develop comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Efficient BSN Registered Nurse with 13 years of RN experience. Successful at providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Collaborate well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Skills
Preventive Health Acute Care Expertise
Chronic Disease Management Medical Laboratory Procedure
Staff Supervision Personal Care Needs
Precepting Infection Control Measures
Nursing
Staff Supervision
Supervisor
Medical screening
Patient monitoring
Unit administration
Palliative and Pain Management
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Seizure management
Colostomy care familiarity
Electronic Health Records Management
Patient relations
Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
Gastrostomy tube care
Body mechanics knowledge
Infectious disease control
Diabetes management
Medication and IV administration
Patient Care
Medical assessment
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Patient education and counseling
Strong medical ethic
Documenting vitals
Nursing Plan Development and Modification
Disease management programs
Emotional awareness
Intake and discharge
Tracheostomy care
SBAR communication
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Patient Management
Family and patient support
Patient care planning
Home visits
Immunization skills
Culturally-sensitive care
Taking vitals
Critical care
Mobility Assistance
IV drug therapy management
Inpatient and outpatient care
Vascular care understanding
Patient discharging
IV and venipuncture certified
Life-sustaining machines
Wound care specialist
Gastroenteral nutrition education
Culturally sensitive
Ventilator care
Experience
RN, 08/2008 to Current Sequel Youth And Family Services – Port Richey, FL,
CAMC – Memorial Division IMCU Teresa Shannon Charge Nurse XXX-388-9030.
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.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
RN, 05/2017 to 06/2021 Sequel Youth And Family Services – Port Saint Lucie, FL,
Sherri Edens Nursing Supervisor XXX-610-2776.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Travel Nurse, 12/2013 to 03/2021 Usmm – Milwaukee, WI,
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: , Expected in 08/2006 Mt. State University - Beckley WV, GPA:
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