Adaptable medical professional demonstrating expertise and knowledge through six years in healthcare roles. Committed to leading highly effective teams to delivering exceptional patient care. Eager to fulfill challenging role in the Intensive Care Unit.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
05.2018 - 01.2022
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Member of Knowledge and Innovation, Staff Satisfaction and Retention
Registered Nurse
Cornerstone Specialty Hospital
Conroe, United States
03.2016 - 08.2018
Provided exceptional care to acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital
Shenandoah, TX
08.2017 - 04.2018
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Private Caregiver
Private Care
The Woodlands, TX
08.2013 - 08.2015
Cleaned house, ran errands, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas of Arlington
Arlington, TX
08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College
Kingwood, TX
12.2015
Skills
Strong critical thinking skills
Vigilant, responsive, efficient, and organized
Intrinsically motivated, driven, and passionate
Coaching and leadership skills
Culturally competent and sensitive
Team player
Excellent communication skills
Certification
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Advance Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advance Life Support
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Cardiac Life Support