Patient-oriented Nurse with 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in medical surgical telemetry, stroke, neuro orthopedic, psychiatry, wound, step down unit, emergency room .
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Neuro/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ascension St Agnes Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.
Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
Performed hourly rounds on bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilation management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Medical Surgical Stroke/Tele Unit
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
12.2022 - 07.2023
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
Director of Nursing Administration
Vita Healthcare Group
01.2022 - 12.2022
Planned and assigned workload to person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Evaluated work performance of Nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Prince George's Hospital Center
11.2015 - 12.2021
Analyzed and observed patients to discover and interpret vitals and telemetry equipment results.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Administered medications to patients and monitored response to medications.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Bridgepoint Healthcare
06.2016 - 03.2020
Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
Counseled patients and families on treatments, care options and discharge instructions.
Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.
Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
Float Pool Nurse
Laurel Regional Hospital
07.2015 - 12.2016
Analyzed and observed patients to discover and interpret vitals and telemetry equipment results.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Wound Care
Clinton Nursing And Rehabilitation
04.2008 - 10.2015
Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds using ground-breaking technology.
Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
Maintained impeccable hospital cleanliness and sanitation for most effective treatment of wounds.
Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
Advised patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.
Offered emotional support to patients and family members experiencing trauma.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Deanwood Rehab And Wellness Center
01.2002 - 12.2008
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
Education
Wound Certification
NIH/stroke Certification
2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2019
Associate of Science - NURSING
Global Health College
Alexandria, VA
12.2013
Associate of Arts - NURSING
JC INC NURSING
WDC
12.2002
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Patient consultation
Collecting vitals
Medication Administration
Strong clinical judgment
Insulin medication assistance
Acute care expertise
Well visit procedures
Women's health exams
Trauma recovery
EMR / EHR
Preventive health
Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Medical Surgical Stroke/Tele Unit
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
12.2022 - 07.2023
Medical Surgical Neuro/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ascension St Agnes Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Director of Nursing Administration
Vita Healthcare Group
01.2022 - 12.2022
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Bridgepoint Healthcare
06.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Prince George's Hospital Center
11.2015 - 12.2021
Float Pool Nurse
Laurel Regional Hospital
07.2015 - 12.2016
Wound Care
Clinton Nursing And Rehabilitation
04.2008 - 10.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Deanwood Rehab And Wellness Center
01.2002 - 12.2008
Wound Certification
NIH/stroke Certification
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - NURSING
Global Health College
Associate of Arts - NURSING
JC INC NURSING
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