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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.
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Work History
RN Staff Nurse, 09/2006 to Current
St Joseph School Of Nursing – Providence , RI
St Joseph School Of Nursing – Providence , RI
- 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
Amedisys Home Health Services – Worcester , MA
Amedisys Home Health Services – Worcester , MA
- 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
St Joseph School Of Nursing – North Providence , RI
St Joseph School Of Nursing – North Providence , RI
- 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 - City, State
Deaconess School of Nursing - City, State
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School Attended
- Deaconess School of Nursing
Job Titles Held:
- RN Staff Nurse
- Registered Nurse
Degrees
- Diploma of Nursing : Nursing , 05/1982
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