Highly experienced RN with over 8 years of providing compassionate and excellent patient care. Displays outstanding communication skills with both patients and coworkers. Offers knowledge and skill set necessary to deliver exceptional care to every patient . Flexible, well organized and dependable. Loyal and collaborative team member.
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Preventative health
Patient advocacy
Setting up referrals
Patient preop and discharge
Strong clinical judgment
Professional bedside manner
Patient counseling
Medical Administration, IV, Oral, Subcutaneous, Insulin
Outstanding patient and coworker communicator
Education
Aspen UniversityDenver, CO, Expected in ā āBachelor of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Currently continuing education for BSN
SUNY Mohawk Valley Community CollegeUtica, NY, Expected in 05/2012 ā āAssociate of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Dean's List
Graduated Phi Theta Kappa
Tutor for Anatomy and Physiology 1
Tutor for Chemistry 101
Tutor For Microbiology 101
Held Full Time position in RE while attending Nursing School
Mother of 4 school age children while attending
Certifications
NYS Licensed Registered Nurse
BLS, ACLS & PALS Certified
Work History
First Health Of The Carolinas - RN Pittsboro, NC, 04/2016 - Current
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up IV, fluids and medications as well as oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
Observe and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as Rotator Cuff repairs, Labral Repairs and reconstruction, Carpal/Cubital Tunnels, Full joint replacements, PRP and Stem Cell treatments et al.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Kept optimal supply levels in Block Rooms, Pre-op, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 25 patients daily.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing in-patient stay length for Ambulatory Surgical Center.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, O2 Sats and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including orthopedic surgeries, pain injections and PRP/Stem Cell procedures.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Updated patient charts using Amkai Charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and procedure and Recovery process.
Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitor responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Teach patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Maintain highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Apex Surgical Center.
First Health Of The Carolinas - RN Robbins, NC, 10/2012 - 03/2016
Reviewed treatment and care orders and continuously monitored patients' vitals, and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with cancer diagnosis
Supervised and managed functions for Radiation Oncology facility including new patient scheduling, health history, and treatment services.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care daily.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care, and treatment plans.
Implemented interventions, including medication, airway and PEG tube care to keep patient in ultimate health for treatment progression.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Mohawk Valley Radiation Oncology.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Monitored patient reactions to treatment and drugs, and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions and stages of disease
Medical Search International - RN Floor Nurse Los Angeles, CA, 07/2012 - 10/2012
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as GI and Orthopedic procedures.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to many patients daily.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing in-patient stay length.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Provided exceptional care to acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including, pre- operative, heart failure, end-stage renal disease, GI issues and post operative care.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
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.
Coldwell Banker Sexton Real Estate - Licensed Real Estate Sales Associate City, STATE, 02/2003 - 06/2012
Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Increased home sales through communication, negotiation and ability to close.
Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office, consistently growing client bases and increasing revenue.
Strategized and actualized approaches for promoting housing options to Residential, Agricultural and Commercial customers.
Interviewed clients and generated lists of potential properties meeting specific requirements from available listings.
Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and all personnel involved in closing transactions.
Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both residential and agricultural use.
Advised sellers on ways to increase curb appeal and make homes more appealing to potential buyers.
Performed home evaluations and developed competitive market analysis for individual homes.
Provided relevant real estate investments for customers based on close professional relationships and accurately defining customer needs.
Liaised between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.
Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers to maximize customer savings.
Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying and selling techniques, and processes to maintain curb appeal.
Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
Kept detailed list of local properties in Propertyware, continuously updating data to stay knowledgeable on markets and possible sales.
Studied property listings, interviewed prospective clients, accompanied clients to properties and discussed condition of sales.
Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
Promoted properties to target audiences to enhance revenue generation.
Assisted clients with thorough knowledge of short sales processes, mortgage loan processing and foreclosures.
Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
Designed and staged homes for optimum showings and photography.
Prepared homes for client arrivals during open house events and established signage and wayfinding aids.
Followed-up escrow process, coordinated contingency removal of property inspection and maintained timely closing of escrow.
Completed property walk throughs before completing deals, upholding accuracy in listings and appraisals.
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