RN Staff Nurse Resume Example Ascension Health Ministry Service Center

RN STAFF NURSE

Professional Summary

Dynamic RN bringing 30+ years treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings and in busy endoscopy center.

Skills

Ability to readily connect with patients and their families
IV insertion skills
Moderate sedation administration

Medication administration
Educating patients about their procedures
ACLS & BLS certified

Work History

RN Staff Nurse, 09/2006 to Current
Ascension Health Ministry Service Center – Milwaukee , WI

Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including GI Endoscopy and urology procedures.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Registered Nurse, 01/2003 to 08/2004
Senior Miniums – Franklin , WI

Oversaw and managed 30 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Cared for patients in 20&24-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses and caregivers in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Performed careplanning for the Assisted Living residents.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

RN Staff Nurse, 06/1982 to 08/1998
Columbia St Marys – Milwaukee, WI

Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Provided exceptional care to 2 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of ED patients in challenging Inner city emergency environment.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Cared for patients in 20-bed ED and 16 bed SICU, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.

Education

Diploma of Nursing : Nursing, 05/1982
Deaconess School of Nursing - Milwaukee, WI

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Ascension Health Ministry Service Center
Senior Miniums
Columbia St Marys

School Attended

Deaconess School of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

RN Staff Nurse
Registered Nurse

Degrees

Diploma of Nursing : Nursing , 05/1982

RN Staff Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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