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STAFF NURSE
Professional Summary
Hardworking, ambitious Board Certified Registered Nursing professional bringing nine+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to both surgical services and medical-surgical patients. Knowledgeable about preoperative and surgical requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction.
Skills
Teamwork |
Work History
01/2012 to CurrentStaff NurseMethodist Health System | Richardson , TX
- Currently working in preoperative day surgery area preparing patients from Infant to geriatric population for surgery
- Explaining peri-operative process, working closely with anesthesia and surgeon's admitting and discharging the patient
- Staff Nurse/backup charge, promote patient advocacy between the patient and physician, consent and prepare patients for surgical procedures, perform patient assessment on diverse patient population admitted through ER or directly, prepare and explain patient procedures/testing, administer medication and assess outcomes, facilitate in post-operative/recovery process with discharge planning in collaboration with the physician, case manager, patient/family members, and assuring patient needs are recognized and met
- Work in collaboration with PICC line nurses providing sterile dressing changes and assisting with procedures through out the facility. Performing ultrasound guided IV insertion
- 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
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
- Ensured patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies
01/2004 to 08/2013Medical AssistantBrigham And Women's Hospital | Hyde Park , MA
- Assist the patient in the pre-op, intra-op and post-operative process and all other in-office procedures, preparing surgical packs and sterilization, order medical supplies, answer phone, scheduling, filing, verify insurance, patient education
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation
07/2011 to 09/2011Staff Charge NurseBaywind Village Acute And Long Term Care | City , STATE
- Staff charge nurse of a 32 bed unit, assist with the physical and emotional needs related to extensive surgery or critical injury, promote health through client/family teaching, medication administration, monitoring and evaluation, administer respiratory therapy/treatment/evaluation, consult and report with other members of the healthcare team
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
08/2010 to 01/2012Certified Nurse TechnicianMichael E. DeBakey VA Hospital | City , STATE
- Implementing safety of the patient, vital signs, patient care, documentation, assisting with patient ADL/mobility, blood glucose monitoring, daily weights, bathing
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
Education
Expected in 05/2020Master of Science | Nursing AdministrationThe University of Texas At Arlington, City, State
12/2016Bachelor of Science | NursingThe University of Texas At Arlington, City, State
05/2011Associate of Applied Science | NursingSan Jacinto College District, City, State
Certifications
- ANCC Board Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
- ACLS/BLS/PALS Certifications
- Texas Notary Public
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School Attended
- The University of Texas At Arlington
- San Jacinto College District
Job Titles Held:
- Staff Nurse
- Medical Assistant
- Staff Charge Nurse
- Certified Nurse Technician
Degrees
- Expected in 05/2020 Master of Science | Nursing Administration
12/2016 Bachelor of Science | Nursing
05/2011 Associate of Applied Science | Nursing
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