Driven Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Baptist Medical Center Beaches, skilled in medication and IV administration and direct patient care. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction and recovery outcomes through effective collaboration and compassionate care. Trained new staff, significantly reducing patient falls by implementing evidence-based strategies. Proficient in EMR systems and telemetry monitoring.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
1350 13th Ave S Jacksonville Beach, Fl 32250
10.2005 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
08.2009 - 05.2011
Provides direct nursing care with established policies, procedures and protocols of healthcare organization.
Staff Nurse Volunteer
WVSU Medical Center
Philippines
01.2004 - 01.2005
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Bank Teller
Equitable PCI Bank
Philippines
11.1999 - 08.2004
Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.