RN, Emergency Department Resume Example Department Of Veteran Affairs

RN, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

Professional Summary

Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. 18 years of experience in emergency medicine. Progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. 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.Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations.

Skills

Intravenous Therapy
Staff Supervision
Precepting
Triaging
Acute Care Expertise
ACLS
BCLS
Patient Assessment

Providing care to trauma patients
Providing care to patients experiencing a variety of medical conditions
Foley catheter insertion
EKG interpretation
Cardioversion and pacemaker
Good communication skills
Good critical thinking skills

Work History

RN, Emergency Department, 04/2016 to Current
Department Of Veteran Affairs – Wilkes-Barre, PA

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Devised educational material for staff on rapid sequence intubation and cardiac dysrhythmias.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Cared for patients in 12-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
Fostered improvement in all operational facets, including staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs to develop and initiate plans of care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Supervised and managed functions for 12-bed emergency department unit, including daily scheduling as a time-planner, tasking and administration during odd tour.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

RN, Emergency Department, 04/2008 to 03/2016
Commonwealth Health - Wilkes-Barre General – Wilkes-Barre, PA

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Cared for patients in 38-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Charge nurse duties.

Paramedic Supervisor, 10/2002 to 08/2008
Northeast Paramedics – Luzerne, PA

Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.

Education

Master of Science: Nursing , 06/2019
University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ

Concentration in Nurse Administration

Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 06/2016
University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ

Associate of Science: Nursing, 05/2009
Luzerne County Community College - Nanticoke, PA

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Department Of Veteran Affairs
Commonwealth Health - Wilkes-Barre General
Northeast Paramedics

School Attended

University of Phoenix
Luzerne County Community College

Job Titles Held:

RN, Emergency Department
Paramedic Supervisor

Degrees

Master of Science : Nursing , 06/2019
Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 06/2016
Associate of Science : Nursing , 05/2009

RN, Emergency Department Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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