Hardworking Registered Nurse with Number years of experience in providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Intravenous therapy
Preventative health
Oncology authority
Hospice and palliative care
Patient check-ins
Home care
Physical assessments
At-risk patient care
Type analysis
Medical Records Management
Removing sutures
Insurance plan expert
Infant vitals monitoring
High level of autonomy
Patient Assessments
Emergency Procedures
Setting up referrals
Oxygen saturation standards
Type regulatory compliance
Medical consultation
Neurology expert
Employee Evaluation
Collecting vitals
Evaluations
Software use
Patient discharge
Critical care
HIPAA education
Patient evaluation
Fluent in Language
Medication Administration
Diabetes and nutrition education
Chest pain management
Emotional intelligence
Tracheostomy Care
Staff supervision
Education
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad MetropolitanaCupey, PRExpected in 05/1991 – –Associate Degree in Nursing:Registered Nurse - GPA:
Certifications
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
First Aid/CPR Certified
ACLS
BLS
Work History
Pruitthealth - RN Unit Manager Fairburn, GA, 02/2017 - Current
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.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including Type and Type procedures.
Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing in-patient stay length Number% on average.
Utilized Type and Type behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs.
Trinity Health Corporation - RN Supervisor Wilmington, DE, 12/2015 - 02/2017
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on Number-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to Number 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.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care, including power or system outages, patient or family grievances, security issues and employee issues.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Utilized Type and Type behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
Evaluated system data to calculate and update Medicare and Medicaid budgeting systems.
Supervised and managed functions for Number-bed Type unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
Catholic Health Initiative - ER Registered Nurse Madisonville, TX, 01/2002 - 02/2015
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
Updated patient charts using Software with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Administered Type testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans, adjust treatment and Action.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
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Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Metropolitana
