Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Charge
Del Sol Medical Center
El Paso, Texas
01.2014 - Current
Managed nursing responsibilities to maintain high standards of patient care. Supervised RNs, LPNs, and PCTs on the floor and delegated duties.
Provide direct care to patients on Med/Surg floor starting with admission and ending with the discharge of the patient.
Duties include following physician orders, administering medications, patient and family teaching, following lab results, contacting physician as needed for lab results or changes in the patients, etc.
Monitored and ensured delivery of adequate patient care throughout shifts.
Assist with family education regarding care with loved one.
Resolved tense situations among patients, family members, and staff to maintain a calm environment.
Registered Nurse
Parallon
El Paso, Texas
01.2013 - 01.2014
Delivered direct patient care to assigned patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Supported healthcare facilities by providing temporary staffing during critical staffing shortages.
Coordinated patient care as a travel nurse, adapting to diverse environments and patient needs.
Registered Nurse
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Gainesville, Florida
01.2011 - 01.2013
Provide direct care to patients on Med/Surg floor starting with admission and ending with the discharge of the patient.
Followed physician orders, administered medications, educated patients and families, monitored lab results, and communicated with physicians regarding changes in patient conditions.
Ensured delivery of high-quality patient care through consistent monitoring and support.
Managed nursing operations by supervising staff and coordinating patient assignments.
Assist with family education regarding care with loved one.
Diffused tense situations among patients, family members, and staff to maintain a calm and safe environment.
Preceptor to new hire employees.
Registered Nurse
Palatka Health Care
Palatka, Florida
01.2010 - 01.2011
Administered medications to residents, ensuring accurate dosages and timing, monitored residents for status changes, conducted skin assessments, managed admits and discharges, communicated with families and MDs, and delegated tasks to LPNs and CNAs.
Monitored all wounds in department, conducted daily and weekly wound care assessments, supervised LPNs in wound care, maintained weekly wound care reports, communicated with MDs and residents' families as needed, and conducted weekly rounds with VOHRA wound care specialist.
Supervised RNs, LPNs, and CNAs on the floor, evaluated employee performance, monitored lab results and infection control logs, communicated with family members regarding resident issues, conducted room inspections, and performed skin assessments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Charge Nurse at Los Angeles Community Hospital/ Alta HospitalsRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Charge Nurse at Los Angeles Community Hospital/ Alta Hospitals
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse/Nurse Supervisor at Greenwich Hospital Yale New Haven HealthRegistered Nurse/Charge Nurse/Nurse Supervisor at Greenwich Hospital Yale New Haven Health