Dynamic registered nurse with expertise in emergency response and patient assessment. Skilled in medication administration and infection control, committed to ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
PeaceHealth
Florence
07.2023 - Current
Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on urgency.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
Ensured patient safety by responding swiftly to emergency situations and prioritizing critical interventions.
Provided comprehensive care for patients with acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes, and gunshot wounds, facilitating timely medical response.
Provided intravenous fluids and treatments according to physician prescriptions.
Coordinated patient care through clear communication with physicians, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
Registered Nurse, PACU
PeaceHealth
Florence
11.2021 - 07.2023
Monitored patients' vital signs in post-anesthesia care unit.
Administered medications according to physician orders and protocols.
Coordinated with surgical teams for smooth patient transitions post-surgery.
Assisted in pain management strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records system.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement, and document skilled nursing care.
Registered Nurse, PACU
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
Ketchikan
01.2021 - 11.2021
Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance post-operative patient outcomes.
Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients from operating room to PACU and ICU units.
Performed wound care and dressing changes while administering medications prescribed by physicians.
Evaluated assigned patients to plan, implement, and document effective skilled nursing care.
Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Assisted in developing individualized pain management strategies to improve patient comfort.
RN, Emergency Department
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
Ketchikan
03.2020 - 01.2021
Triage patients to prioritize care based on severity and urgency.
Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
Collaborate with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
Monitor vital signs and report changes to medical staff promptly.
Phlebotomist
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
Ketchikan
09.2012 - 03.2020
Collected blood samples, ensuring adherence to techniques and safety protocols for patient safety.
Prepared samples for laboratory analysis, guaranteeing accurate labeling to facilitate timely results.
Maintained sterile environment and followed infection control standards to minimize risk of contamination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Currently Enrolled in RN-BSN Program
Chamberlain College of Nursing
12-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK
12-2019
Skills
Emergency response
Patient assessment
IV insertion
Vital signs recording
Medication administration
Infection control
Cardiac monitoring
Anesthesia recovery
Post-anesthesia care
Care coordination
Electronic health records
Patient education
Certification
ACLS 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
PeaceHealth
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
PeaceHealth
11.2021 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, PACU
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
01.2021 - 11.2021
RN, Emergency Department
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021
Phlebotomist
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
09.2012 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Currently Enrolled in RN-BSN Program
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department at Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center