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TRAVEL NURSE
Summary

Patient-focused and empathic registered nurse seeking position with growing medical practice. Bringing experience, care, and extensive knowledge to help improve the lives of patients

Dedicated nursing professional with more than 2 years of experience caring for patients in Medical Surgical units. Well-versed in Joint Commission standards and typical hospital procedures focused on maximizing patient safety and maintaining strict cost controls. Highly organized and proactive in managing patient needs.

Skills
  • Bed bath, bed changes, dental hygiene, and rotating.
  • Ambulation, Transferring, and Range of Motion
  • Blood Administration
  • Care of Central Venous Access Devices
  • Closed-chest Drainage Management and Care
  • Urinary catheter insertion and removal
  • IV starts/ IV therapy
  • Tracheostomy care and hygiene/Airway Management
  • Nasogastric tube insertion
  • PEG tube care
  • Bleeding Precautions
  • Assisted living
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic
  • Clinical Experience
  • Clients
  • Diabetes
  • EKG
  • Access
  • Communicator
  • Nursing
  • Organizer
  • Range of Motion
  • Reading
  • Specimen Collection
  • Therapy
  • Vital signs
  • Wound Care
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Medical records management
  • Computerized charting specialist
  • Diabetes management
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Medication administration expert
  • Staff Development and Precepting
  • Unit administration
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Talented in minor surgery assistance
  • Triaging patient concerns
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Intake and discharge
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Ventilator care
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
Experience
Total Med Solutions | Appleton, WITravel Nurse02/2020 - Current
  • Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Utilized EPIC EMR to document all patient interventions, such as evaluations, care plans and observations.
  • Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care and telemetry monitoring.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
  • Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
  • Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
  • Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Wauau Manor | Wausau, WIRegistered Nurse11/2019 - 01/2020
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
  • Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Aspirus Wausau Hospital | Wausau, WIRegistered Nurse11/2018 - 07/2019
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
  • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on [Number]-bed medical-surgical unit with emphasis on orthopedics, urology and gastro-intestinal post-operative patients.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
  • Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
  • Designed strategies to resolve nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and propose plans to enhance quality and safety initiatives hospital-wide.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
  • Conducted restraint audits according to organizational guidelines and generated reports for nursing leadership review and analysis.
  • Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
  • Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures.
  • Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
  • Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
  • Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
  • Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
  • Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
  • Administered IV therapy and treadmill stress tests and ran nerve conduction tests in cardiac unit.
  • Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
  • Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
  • Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
  • Met training objectives by instructing new and prospective nursing staff in clinical skills and organizational procedures.
  • Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
  • Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
  • Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
  • Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
  • Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
  • Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
  • Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
  • Coordinated review, revision and creation of operational policies within emergency department.
  • Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.
  • Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Administered colostomies and ostomoies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
  • Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
  • Took vital signs of newborns while assisting in NICU.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Education and Training
Wisconsin Virtual Academy | McFarland, WIHigh School Diploma06/2016

Wisconsin Virtual Academy June of 2016 Excelled in classes based around child development and education as well as woman's health classes. Learned basic knowledge and skills of childcare and woman development.

  • 3.5 GPA
  • Honor Roll
Rasmussen College | Wausau WIAssociates Degree in Nursing06/2018
  • Minor in Nursing
  • 3.5 GPA
Rasmussen College of NursingBachelor's Degree in Nursing06/2020
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Total Med Solutions
  • Wauau Manor
  • Aspirus Wausau Hospital

School Attended

  • Wisconsin Virtual Academy
  • Rasmussen College
  • Rasmussen College of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

  • Travel Nurse
  • Registered Nurse

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Associates Degree in Nursing
    Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

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