Driven, hardworking and fast-learner Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and med-surg/long-term-rehab experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
RN Long Term/Rehab Unit Nurse
Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation
Madison, FL
04.2020 - Current
FT 36-40hrs/week plus overtime.
Provided inpatient nursing care to COVID patients. Able to adapt to new facility protocols paired with decision-making in ensuring continuity in care.
Transferred, assessed, recognized and isolate patients showing COVID-19 symptoms to prevent virus spread and identified critical conditions needing immediate care by conducting health screenings and daily shift assessments.
Monitored, recorded, and communicated resident condition as appropriate by utilizing a computerized documentation system.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for long term/rehabilitation unit.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations. Processing patient admission/discharge and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Used POINT CLICK CARE to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
Medical Surgical RN
Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center
Live Oak, FL
06.2019 - 03.2020
FT 36-40hrs/week plus overtime.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
Responsible for delivering patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Complete all record keeping upon resident's admissions, transfers, and/or discharges into the electronic health record.
Monitoring and recognize the patient's condition, vital signs, telemetry readings, and EKG for abnormal heart rhythms or changed such as; A-Fib, heart blocks, V-Fib/tach, and notify physician for immediate treatment.
Responsible for directing, coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing practices
Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achieve desired patient outcomes
Assist in the supervision, training, and evaluation of CNA/PCT, Clerks assigned to the MS unit.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Used CERNER to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
Wellness Registered Nurse
Melody Living Assited And Independent Living
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2018 - 03.2019
PT 24-40hrs/week,
Ensures consistent quality resident care and service delivery throughout all shifts and passes medications to meet the resident's needs and staffing requirements
Assists in the supervision of community-based medication technicians/QMAP and care partner associates
Assists in the maintenance of resident's charts and review of documentation performed by associates.
Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Used POINT CLICK CARE to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Clinic/Employee Registered Nurse
SM Dasmarinas
Dasmarinas, Philippines
07.2012 - 01.2013
FT 40hrs/week
Coordinate the health and safety of workers
Responsible for incorporating health promotion strategies to minimize accidents and teaching to be more cautious in the workplace
Assessing if the employee's health condition is fit to work
Assists employees during hospitalization and monitor the progress of health condition
Ensure safety standards are met and that workers identify any potential safety hazards in the work environment
Assists physician during medical consultation and administers prescribed medications and treatment.
Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Registered General Nurse
Albaraka Medical Center
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
02.2010 - 02.2012
General Registered Nurse/Endoscopy Nurse
FT 48hrs/week
Assessed patients for potential health issues that may impact the treatment regarding gastrointestinal disorders.
Interacts with patients, fellow employees, physicians, and patient's families in a manner that encourages quality patient care. A positive working environment, positive customer relations enhance the reputation of the medical facility
Assessment of patient's medical status upon admission and throughout the patient's course of treatment
Organized in maintaining patient paperwork, history and physicals, physician orders, vital signs, progress notes, patient's consent, and discharge documents
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
New Life Lying-In
Dasmarinas, Cavite Philippines
09.2009 - 02.2010
FT 40hrs/week.
Monitored labs, examined ultrasounds and informed mothers on what to expect in stages of pregnancy.
Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Reduced risk of infection by sterilizing tools and overseeing housekeeping standards for treatment rooms, labor and delivery and waiting areas.
Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Scheduled follow-up visits and instructed care for new mothers for weeks immediately following childbirth.
Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse Volunteer
DBB Municipal Hospital
Dasmarinas, Philippines
03.2009 - 02.2010
VN 20hrs/week.
Assisted primary care provider with procedures by preparing appropriate instruments and sterile field.
Assessed and offered nursing advice to patients with medical complaints or concerns and responded to requests for assistance.
Triaged patients based on vital signs and rapid assessment.
Adhered to policies and procedures to promote hospital mission and vision.
Educated patients on infection and disease control, family planning and new baby care to promote community health and wellness.
Carried laboratory specimens, results and charts to appropriate departments.
Took newspapers, flowers and other personal items to patients on all floors.
Restocked supplies and filed paperwork to satisfy department leadership requests.
Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
Made handcrafted items to gift to patients and families.
Weighed patients and took blood pressure and vital signs to assist nursing staff.
Completed paperwork and evaluation forms to document patient interactions.
Conducted inpatient comfort care rounds to promote patient satisfaction.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Tift Regional Health System
Adel, GA
2021.02 - 2021.07
Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.