Andrea Clark
Plano,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Home Health
08.2022 - Current
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Emergency Room/Observation Unit
PARKLAND HOSPITAL
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
Oncology Nurse Specialist Certified Registered Nurse
PARKLAND HOSPITAL WISH BUILDING
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post discharge care procedures to facilitate care continuum.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
Registered Nurse
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
Education
Master of Science - MSN-FNP
Texas Womens University
Denton, TX08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER SCHOOL OF NURSING
Abilene, TX08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Health Professions
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
Lubbock, TX05.2017
Skills
- Epic Systems
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
Daisy Award Winner October 2021
Award recipients are registered nurses who exemplify the nursing values: Extraordinary Compassion, Courage, Integrity, in every situation.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Home Health
08.2022 - Current
Emergency Room/Observation Unit
PARKLAND HOSPITAL
12.2020 - 04.2022
Oncology Nurse Specialist Certified Registered Nurse
PARKLAND HOSPITAL WISH BUILDING
10.2019 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
09.2018 - 10.2019
Master of Science - MSN-FNP
Texas Womens University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER SCHOOL OF NURSING
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Health Professions
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
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