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RN STAFF NURSE
Professional Summary
Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse specializing in telemetry, medical-surgical, wound care/HBO, plastic and bariatric surgery health care. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex health disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction.
Skills
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Work History
RN Staff Nurse, 09/2019 to Current
Southcoast Health System – Providence , RI
Southcoast Health System – Providence , RI
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Participated in Bariatric policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
RN Staff Nurse, 05/2017 to 09/2019
Southcoast Health System – Seekonk , MA
Southcoast Health System – Seekonk , MA
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
- Used Autoclave processes to perform instrument sterilization.
- Assisted surgeons with in office local medical procedures by providing proper medical instruments.
- Used Epic to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
RN Staff Nurse, 06/2013 to 02/2018
Southcoast Health System – Swansea , MA
Southcoast Health System – Swansea , MA
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and ACLS certification.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
RN Floor Nurse, 04/2003 to 06/2013
Medical Search International – Green Bay , WI
Medical Search International – Green Bay , WI
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Performed hourly rounds on 31-bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Cared for patients in 31-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and ACLS and BLS workshops.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Led successful as Unit Coordinator 35-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 31-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 5-6 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 02/2021
Western Governors University - City, State
Western Governors University - City, State
Associate of Science: Nursing, 12/1997
Lutheran College Of Health Professions - City
Lutheran College Of Health Professions - City
licenses
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
CPR certified through American Heart Association
RN Certification license number 28153223A
HBO Hyperbarics
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School Attended
- Western Governors University
- Lutheran College Of Health Professions
Job Titles Held:
- RN Staff Nurse
- RN Floor Nurse
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 02/2021
Associate of Science : Nursing , 12/1997
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