ANDREA PRENDERGAST
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. 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
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
West Boca Medical Center
2016.02 - 2023.08
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Served as preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in significant decrease in patient falls within unit.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Medical Assistant
Paul Schwartz M.D Primary Care Office
2001.01 - 2013.05
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Maintained safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Pre Requisites - Registered Nursing May 2010- 2013
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FLAssociate of Science - Registered Nurse
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2015
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Precepting
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection Control
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Performing EKGs
- Vaccine administration
- Removing sutures
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- Cardiac monitors
Timeline
Registered Nurse
West Boca Medical Center
2016.02 - 2023.08
Medical Assistant
Paul Schwartz M.D Primary Care Office
2001.01 - 2013.05
Pre Requisites - Registered Nursing May 2010- 2013
Broward College
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Keiser University
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