Enthusiastic RN knowledgeable in health screenings and treating patients with numerous health conditions. Well-trained professional . Highly experienced in hospital and clinic settings. Motivated individual with strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Strong organizational and team collaboration skills with experience in improving processes. Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. 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
Adult / pedi assessments. Record medical and family history
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans. Working with disabled children
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction
Updated patient charts using cerner EMR with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
Registered Nurse NICU/Newborn Care Specialist, 12/2018 - Current Wadley Regional Medical Center – City, STATE,
Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
Identified process improvements in day-to-day functioning of department.
Taught health education classes for community workers and members of public.
Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
Provided expertise for clinical support and services such as WIC.
Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.
Contributed to team results in fast-paced NICU/ Nursery environments.
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Supported needs of patients with skill and efficiency.
Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
RN Staff Nurse, 05/1995 - 07/1997 Brooks Hospital And Clinic – City, STATE,
Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 30-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 15 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Oversaw and managed 20 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Led successful 5 person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
RN Public Health Nurse, 11/1992 - 05/1995 Miller County Health Unit – City, STATE,
Conducted needs assessments to determine which materials and services were warranted for each individual case. Performed well baby/WIC, OB/GYN, STD and immunization clinics
Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs
Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease
Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs
Reviewed patient records for unusual issues, cluster infections, and known pathogens so that outbreaks could be remedied quickly
Collected HIV risk assessment data and entered findings in centralized database. Draw lab on STD patients
Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during disease outbreaks, while advising on protective measures
Public health screenings on adults and children. WIC education and counseling
Delivered key information to callers regarding health conditions and identified appropriate resources within community
Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during any public health crises, while advising on protective measures. Responds to any public health crisis
Visited homes to determine patient and family needs
Planned ,coordinated,and evaluated public health needs
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing: Nursing, Expected in 05/1990 - Texarkana College - Texarkana, TX GPA:
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