Dynamic Emergency department/PACU and school nurse bringing 3 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. Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Infection Control Measures
Special Education
Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Health Education
Disease Management
Infection Control
Patient Information Collection
Patient Assessments
Health screening
Insulin medication assistance
Oxygen saturation standards
Preventative health
Chronic disease management
Trauma recovery
Strong clinical judgment
Collecting vitals
Intravenous therapy
Acute care expertise
Medication Administration
Work History
School Nurse, 08/2019 to Current Empowerment Academy & Beloved Community Charter Schools – Jersey City, NJ,
Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Oversaw health services for school of 1200 students and faculty.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting vision and hearing evaluations.
Delivered oral medications to relieve patient symptoms.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Updated patient charts using Web2School with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and follow-up care.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Registered Nurse, 05/2017 to Current Summit Medical Group – Sevierville, TN,
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
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.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Emergency Room Technician, 12/2009 to 05/2017 Geisinger – Dudley, PA,
Assessed extent and nature of injury or illness to prioritize and establish medical procedures.
Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
Utilized hospital beds and wheelchairs to transport patients throughout hospital.
Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
Carried out phlebotomy procedures, including preparing patients, finding viable veins and watching for adverse reactions
Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 08/2020 Walden University - Minneapolis, MN GPA:
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/2017 Maine College Of Health Professions - Lewiston, ME GPA:
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