Staff Nurse Resume Example Kindred Hospital Havertown

STAFF NURSE

Professional Summary

Patient-focused enthusiastic Registered Nurse with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic. Demonstrated Nursing procedure competency. Offering 2 years' of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a Rehabilitation or Sub-Acute Care facilities and over 1 year experience as a Registered Nurse in a Long Term Acute Care (LTAC). Excited and driven to take the next career step in a hospital setting as a Staff Nurse. Expert in all aspects of patient care and successful in delegating assignments based on patients' need and staff skills. Committed to delivering the highest quality of care when working as a member of multidisciplinary care teams.

Work History

Kindred Hospital-Havertown - Staff NurseHavertown, PA05/2019 - Current

Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians
Assessed medical status of patients pre and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake
Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition
Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Provided high quality care to approximately 4-6 patients per day on 57-bed unit
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education
Updated patient charts using Pro-touch with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments

Majestic Center For Rehabilitation And Sub-Acute Care - Licensed Practical Nurse - StaffCamden, NJ04/2016 - 01/2017

Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of about 30 patients per shift
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
Administered standing ordered medications, as needed controlled narcotics, hanged doctor ordered IV antibiotic, hydration therapy, TPN, NG tube administration and maintenance, performed catheterizations, changed IV dressings
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers, including Physicians, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Swallow Therapist, and social workers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics as part of intake process
Collected biological samples for laboratory tests
Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and their families throughout care process
Facilitated on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan
Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures
Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs

Voorhees Care And Rehabilitation Center - Licensed Practical Nurse - StaffVoorhees, NJ08/2015 - 02/2016

Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics as part of intake process
Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and their families throughout the care process
Administered medications, controlled narcotics, hang IVs, TPNs, NG tube administration and performed catheterizations
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers, including Physicians, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Speech and swallow Therapist to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
Collected biological samples for laboratory tests
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
Charge nurse for a 30 bed unit and delivered care services that promoted optimal resident health
Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients
Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients

Additional Information

Registered Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania, License number RN714161, [Expiration Date: 04/30/2022]

Skills

Registered Nurse
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Hospital Acute Care Experience
Treatment Planning
First Aide CPR

Discharge Planning
Medication and IV administration
Wound Care
Patient Management
Infection control measures
Chronic disease management

Education

2018Roxborough Memorial Hospital School of NursingPhiladelphia PARegistered Nurse

Camden County CollegeBlackwood, NJPre-Nursing: Pre- Nursing

2013Camden County College - P.O. Box 200 CollegeBlackwood, NJLicensed Practical Nursing: Practical Nursing

Chamberlain University College of NursingAddison, IL 60101Bachelor of Science: Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Currently Enrolled

Certifications

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)- Current and in good standing 5/1/2020-5/1/2022

BLS– American Heart Association 5/22/2020- 5/2022

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Kindred Hospital-Havertown
Majestic Center For Rehabilitation And Sub-Acute Care
Voorhees Care And Rehabilitation Center

School Attended

Roxborough Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Camden County College
Camden County College - P.O. Box 200 College
Chamberlain University College of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

Staff Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse - Staff

Degrees

Registered Nurse
Pre-Nursing : Pre- Nursing
Licensed Practical Nursing: Practical Nursing
Bachelor of Science : Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Staff Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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