Professionally trained, enthusiastic and compassionate registered nurse with many years of experience in nursing ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic, with a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient care satisfaction.
RN/LVN LICENSES
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
ACLS
Health and wellness expertise Laparasopic procedures, familiarity Neonatal and maternity specialist, BAC screening/drug screen collection, Urology specialist, Dermatology training Medication, administration expert. Enthusiastic caregiver Skilled in conducting physical examinations. Talented in minor surgery assistance. Pediatric exams competency. Vascular care understanding Skilled, cardiac care nurse. Compassionate STD care and counselor Geriatric treatment, knowledge Psych and mental health care proficiency. Broad medical terminology knowledge. Committed to compliance reporting Bi-lingual in English and SpanishDiagnostic tools experience Culturally sensitive Strong medical ethic Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Computerized charting specialist Enthusiastic caregiver Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care Familiarity with disease management programs. Trained in in- and out-patient care. Wound cleaning/care expertise. Infection control standards, expert Flow sheet charting. Acute and rehabilitative care. Newborn education IV drug therapy management. Mobility assistance. Colostomy care familiarity. Gastroenteral nutrition education. Body mechanics, knowledge Medical clinical procedures, comprehension Specimen collection/processing proficiency Sterilization techniques mastery. Wound care specialist OR and ER experience |
Administered IV therapy and treadmill stress tests and ran nerve conduction tests in cardiac unit.Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
CPR certified, decision-making, ACLS certified, delivery,medical terminology, mental health, nursing, personnel, policies, processes, protocols, quality control, Quality Assurance, rapport, reporting, safety.
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