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Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about Epic charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
- Acute care expertise
- Chronic disease management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Staff Supervision
- Precepting
| - Intravenous Therapy
- Feeding Assistance
- Infection Control Measures
- Personal Care Needs
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Advocacy
- Medication Management
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05/2009 to Current Surgical Services Registered Nurse Providence St. Joseph's Health – Green Valley Lake, CA,
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to 7 surgical patients per day.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Cared for patients in 29-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 29-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 7 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
07/2007 to 04/2008 RN Staff Nurse American Red Cross – Statewide, WI,
- 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.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
01/2006 to 06/2007 RN State Of Iowa – Osceola, IA,
- 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.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
05/2004 to 01/2006 Patient Care Technician, ER Trinity Health Corporation – Stillwater, NY,
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for patients by providing [Action], personal care and ambulation.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Organized medical charts for patients by assembling new admission pages and adding appropriate pages to charts.
- Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
- Assisted in providing patients with nutritional needs by transporting food trays and aiding with feeding.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
01/2001 to 06/2003 OR Orderly St. Mary's Hospital – City, STATE,
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition at all times to safeguard health information.
- Provided transportation services for surgery patients in hospital environment using appropriate equipment.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Expected in Associate of Science: Pre-nursing
Brigham Young University - Idaho - Rexburg, ID
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Expected in Associate of Science: Nursing
Polk State College - Winter Haven, FL
GPA:
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