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Summary
Skills
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Unit administration
  • Staff Development and Precepting
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Diabetes management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Intake and discharge
  • Triaging patient concerns
  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Customer service
Experience
11/2013 to Current
RNArchbold Memorial Hospital － Thomasville, GA
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • 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.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
  • Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care and telemetry monitoring.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
03/2010 to 01/2014
RNAccountable Healthcare Staffing Inc. － Tifton, GA
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Documented all therapies, including [Type] and [Type] to keep patient charts up-to-date.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
09/2006 to 04/2012
LPN Charge NurseMitchell Convalescent Center － Camilla, GA
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Education and Training
06/2013
Associate of Science: Registered NurseSouthwest Georgia Technical College － Thomasville, GA
06/2006
Licensed Practical Nurse: Practical NursingSouthwest Georgia Technical College － Thomasville, GA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Archbold Memorial Hospital
  • Accountable Healthcare Staffing Inc.
  • Mitchell Convalescent Center

School Attended

  • Southwest Georgia Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • RN
  • LPN Charge Nurse

Degrees

  • Associate of Science : Registered Nurse
    Licensed Practical Nurse : Practical Nursing

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