Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Skills
Preventive health
Insulin medication assistance
Medication distribution
Patient Assessments
Physical assessments
Family Education
IV setup
Diabetes and nutrition education
Indirect Patient Care
Evaluations
Work History
01/2023 to Current
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered NurseRegal Cinemas Corporation – , , Falls Church, VA
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
Performed emergency medical procedures such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
01/2017 to 01/2018
Acute Rehab Registered NurseUpmc – , , Chicago, IL
Encourages and instructs patients to do as much for themselves as possible, within safe guidelines
Such as: Assisting patients with Activities of Daily Living
Provides rehabilitation education for stroke spine, neuro, and stroke patients on safe and effective use of medical equipment, proper body mechanics, mobility, transferal s, and home safety
Provides care and education congruent with patients needs 18 through older adult populations with specific rehabilitation needs
Performs continued post-operative care for patients with orthopedic and cardiovascular procedures to include wound and drain management
Pain will be monitored through assessment, appropriate and timely medication, followed by clear documentation
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Partnered with attending physicians, nurses, techs and nursing assistants to create and coordinate plans of care, including imaging, labs, surgery, intensive care and medications
Coordinated with outgoing and incoming charge nurses
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined the next course of action
Evaluated vitals and presenting symptoms to understand and properly treat conditions
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
Provided comprehensive care to patients with inputting data-wide range of standards, including head traumas, intracranial hematomas, strokes, cardiac issues, addiction and multiple chronic diagnoses like COPD and asthma
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
Worked with patients, family, caregivers and primary care physicians to create individualized plans of care and coordinate care.
02/2019 to 12/2022
Staff Registered NurseManor Care Health Services – , , Chicago, IL
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician's orders and treatment plan
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
Acted efficiently in patient emergencies such as blue codes and rapid response situations
Managed all elements of care, such as patient evaluations, care plan development, treatment and medication administration and patient education.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
03/2013 to 10/2016
Nursing AssistantCompany Name – , , Elk Grove Village, IL
Demonstrated effective teamwork skills providing care for up to 13 patients on a busy unit
Display motivation to complete duties independently
Safely assist patients with varying levels of dependency with ADLS.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Education
Expected in 05/2018 to to
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Purdue Northwest University - Hammond, IN, GPA:
Expected in 05/2016 to to
Associate of Science: Nursing College of Dupage School of Nursing Glen - Glen Ellyn, IL, GPA:
Additional Information
Illinois Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license
Current CPR Certification (BLS )
license as a Registered nurse in the state if Virginia, Maryland and Illinois.
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