Disciplined and compassionate nurse with over three and a half years of experience in a critical care setting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UT Health Tyler
Tyler , Texas
01.2022 - Current
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures in critical care setting.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Supervised and mentored new nurses during their orientation and training process.
Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care activities.
Oversaw daily unit operations including staffing, procedure management, discharge planning, and management of unit supplies and equipment to support admission and care process.
Certified Compounding Pharmacy Technician
Texas Oncology Cancer Center
Longview, TX
04.2016 - 01.2019
Ordered chemotherapy daily according to patient schedules and treatment regimens.
Verified incoming drug inventories, logged discrepancies, and updated inventory system.
Compiled customer demographics, allergies, and medical histories for comprehensive records.
Transmitted claims to insurance companies and reconciled EOBs for accurate payment processing.
Assisted patients with applications for medication and chemotherapy financial assistance.
Compounded chemotherapy, antiemetic, and fluid infusions in accordance with protocols.
Maintained proper storage of chemotherapy and IV solutions to ensure safety.
Ensured compliance with USP 797 in maintaining IV infusion compounding areas.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS-Target Pharmacy
Longview, TX
09.2015 - 04.2016
Assisted registered pharmacists and pharmacy customers in a retail environment.
Collected and verified patient demographics and information.
Entered prescription data into computer systems and prepared associated labels.
Managed inventory, restocked shelves, and checked for expired medications.
Answered multi-line phone system efficiently for orders and refills, addressing inquiries on pricing and insurance.
Contacted physicians to confirm prescription details and resolved third-party billing issues.
Maintained organized hard copy files and storage of pharmacy records.
Oversaw office administration duties and cash register operations.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Service Drug Pharmacy
Williston, ND
01.2013 - 06.2013
Created and updated customer profiles, including demographics, allergies, and medications in pharmacy systems.
Managed inventory by rotating stock, removing expired products, and resolving discrepancies in drug counts.
Received and verified daily drug inventories, reporting discrepancies and logging items into the system.
Processed claims with insurance companies to resolve issues and obtain payments efficiently.
Transmitted claims for payment and reconciled explanation of benefits (EOBs).
Dispensed and labeled over 500 prescriptions daily with accuracy and attention to detail.
Executed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders promptly.
Maintained strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Vilas Pharmacy
Pierre, SD
10.2009 - 06.2012
Created and updated customer profiles, including demographics, allergies, and medications in pharmacy systems.
Verified and processed over 325 prescriptions daily in a fast-paced clinic environment.
Interpreted medication orders under pharmacist supervision to ensure accuracy.
Transmitted claims to insurance companies and reconciled explanation of benefits.
Refilled medications, provided guidance on over-the-counter products, and verified insurance benefits.
Enhanced drug inventory management procedures to minimize overhead and prevent stock issues.
Prepared prescription transfers between pharmacies efficiently.
Disputed claims with insurers and advocated for patient medication coverage.
Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional Health Physicians
Rapid City, SD
09.2008 - 09.2009
Organized and filed patient medical records to establish care at startup clinic on Pine Ridge Reservation.
Scheduled patients and conducted follow-up communications to enhance clinic efficiency.
Assisted physicians in exam rooms by rooming patients and measuring vital signs, documenting findings.
Maintained and retrieved test results for patient files to ensure accurate health records.
Collaborated with Indian Health Service to identify patients requiring specialty care services.
Counseled patients on pain management, treatment procedures, and medication risks for improved outcomes.
Collected clinical research data as required by grant to support healthcare initiatives.
Coordinated meals and transportation for specialists at outreach clinic to facilitate patient access.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, Tx
12.2021
Associate of Arts - BSN Prerequisites
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX
12.2019
Diploma - Pharmacy Technician Program
Pharmacy Technicians University
Online
05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD
Skills
Task prioritization
Medication administration and knowledge
Patient Monitoring/Management
Care Coordination
Team player
Self-motivated
Empathy
Integrity
Certification
Sterile Compounding and Aseptic Technique (SCAT) Certified
Federal Emergency Management Act (FEMA) Certified
Basic Life Support, Pediatric Life Support, & Advanced Life Support Certified, American Red Cross
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UT Health Tyler
01.2022 - Current
Certified Compounding Pharmacy Technician
Texas Oncology Cancer Center
04.2016 - 01.2019
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS-Target Pharmacy
09.2015 - 04.2016
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Service Drug Pharmacy
01.2013 - 06.2013
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Vilas Pharmacy
10.2009 - 06.2012
Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant