RN Resume Example UNC Rex Ambulatory Surgery Center

Professional Summary

NC Board-Certified Registered Nurse with over 45 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients inMed_Surg [Type] and Cardiac Stepdown care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives.

Dynamic RN bringing 45years treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Skills

Intravenous therapy
Chronic disease management
Acute care expertise

Insulin medication assistance
Medication Administration
Collecting vitals

Work History

RN, 11/2018 to Current
UNC Rex Ambulatory Surgery Center – Cary, NC

Initally hired to work in Recovery Room. Sep 2019, begain working as Pre Admission Testing Nurse. I called patients prior to their surgery obtaining the health history including prior surgeries and medications.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as [Type] and [Type].
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Registered Nurse, 03/2018 to 02/2019
WakeMed Health & Hospitals – Cary, North Carolina

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Provided exceptional care to [Number] high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
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.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as [Type] and [Type].
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Registered Nurse, 01/1988 to 12/2017
UNC Rex Healthcare – Raleigh, NC

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Provided exceptional care to [Number] high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
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.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as [Type] and [Type].
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
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.
Cared for patients in 24-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Education

Some College (No Degree): NursingMcKeesport Hospital School of Nursing - McKeesport, PA

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

UNC Rex Ambulatory Surgery Center
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
UNC Rex Healthcare

School Attended

McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

RN
Registered Nurse

Degrees

Some College (No Degree) : Nursing

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Resume Score: 80%

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