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Children's Mercy Hospital – Independence, MO
Floated in the following areas as a PRN nurse: Medical/Surgical unit, Surgical care unit including outpatient services, ICU and ER. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Provided education to patients on medications, recovery, discharge orders and community resources. Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 6-8 high acuity patients per shift.
Lifespace Communities – Minneapolis, MN
Duties include: Direct the college LVN program for the Brenham Campus including recruitment, enrollment, budgeting and instruction. Supervise 4 other practitioners and employees, led recruiting and hiring, develop and maintain quality care systems and standards according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as well as the Texas Board of Nursing, including but not limited to, creating and improving student nursing protocols/guidelines. Plan and monitor program budget to ensure financial objectives were met. Teach didactic and clinical courses throughout all semesters of the program as well as perform clinical supervision in the acute care/hospital settings. I am a disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients, students and colleagues.
Children's Mercy Hospital – Wichita, KS Managed team of medical support personnel. Directed nursing services and rehabilitation services for all residents. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Completed necessary Medicare and Medicaid paperwork and assessment forms as well as private pay insurance records. Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans. Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met. Provided necessary health education training for residents, family members, and direct care staff. Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma. Completed clinical rotations in Geriatrics. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
Trinity Medical Center – City, STATE Managed caseload of 20 home health clients, providing home visits, education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care. Coordinated with doctors, registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses and certified nurses aides to develop care plans for patients and scheduling of home visits. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care needs. Completed necessary Medicare/Medicaid and insurance forms as well as maintained direct contact with these agencies to maintain compliance with their standards. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management. Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Tested glucose and administered injections. Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
Kruse Memorial Lutheran Village – City, STATE Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Actively participated in Quality Assurance Program. Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans. Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met. Provided necessary health education training for residents. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma. Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures. Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Brenham Clinic – City, STATE Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Columbus Community Hospital – City, STATE Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Provided necessary health education training for patients and family members. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient. Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. Tested glucose and administered injections. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
University of Texas at Tyler - Tyler , Texas
University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, Texas
Austin Community College - Austin, Texas
Blinn College - Brenham, Texas
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School Attended
- University of Texas at Tyler
- University of Texas Medical Branch
- Austin Community College
- Blinn College
Job Titles Held:
- Staff Nurse
- Director of the Vocational Nursing Program
- Director of Nursing Services
- RN Case Manager for Home Health Services
- Education Nurse
- Staff Nurse
- Pre-Op, OR and PACU nurse
Degrees
- Master of Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Associate of Science
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
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