Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with career history in direct patient care, phone triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patient situations with high-stress. Is a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Virginia Urology
Richmond, VA
08.2022 - Current
Assist physicians in a fast paced clinic environment while caring for patients needing urology care
Demonstrate proficiency in setting up patients for in-office procedures while maintaining sterile technique
Perform daily phone triage and assessments using critical thinking skills and nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs
Administer cancer medications, testosterone replacement therapies, antibiotics, and pain relievers to patients safely, and as ordered while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions
Trained on Provenge, an immunotherapy cancer treatment, which I administered through tunneled central venous access devices, safely to advanced prostate cancer patients
Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
Mechanicsville, VA
03.2021 - 02.2022
Worked on a medical surgical unit and was responsible for the direct care of 6 patients on the unit
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition and documented care/interventions in EPIC throughout my shifts
Administered oral, intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications as ordered by the physician
Performed ostomy and wound care in addition to dressing changes
Inserted IVs and obtained blood samples for physician orders and Heparin drip protocols to ensure therapeutic ranges
Managed patient flow for the unit when acting as charge nurse, handled admissions and discharge paperwork, and made patient assignments for the oncoming shift
Floated to other units in the hospital as needed including, orthopedics, medical telemetry, oncology, and neurology
Lifeguard
Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club
Mechanicsville, VA
08.2015 - 09.2020
Used critical thinking skills to scan the aquatic area, perform water rescues, and quickly assure customer safety
Developed communication skills teaching patrons the aquatic rules, addressing issues, and resolving conflicts
Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12.2020
Skills
Patient Care
Time Management
Detail oriented
Productivity and organization
Oral and written communication
Customer service
Conflict management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
RN license #0001309162
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)