Ann Nguyen
Registered Nurse
Herriman,Utah
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with extensive experience in delivering patient care in a high-acuity cardiovascular unit. Proficient in medication administration and patient assessment, emphasizing critical thinking and cultural sensitivity. Exceptional communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, ensuring seamless coordination of care. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure, skillfully managing difficult patients and high-stress situations. Demonstrated capacity for making informed decisions that prioritize patient safety, quickly identifying changes in patient conditions and implementing appropriate interventions. Committed to fostering strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and excellent customer service, while consistently providing high-quality, compassionate care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Utah Hospital- Cardiovascular Acute Care
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare- Medical/Oncology Unit
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Medical Intern
Bergman Medical Group
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Interviewed patients and added key details to medical histories.
Medical Intern
Cedric Coleman, M.D. Internal Medicine
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Interviewed patients and added key details to medical histories.
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
- Provided patient care under direct physician supervision.
Medical Intern
Chicago Lakeshore Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching conferences.
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
- Participated in clerkships within various clinical departments and medical specialties.
- Provided patient care under direct physician supervision.
- Balanced high course workload with scheduled rounds and clerkship responsibilities.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
Medical Intern
Lokesh Chandra, M.D. Internal Medicine
11.2015 - 12.2015
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
- Shadowed resident physicians, taking notes and asking questions.
- Provided patient care under direct physician supervision.
- Interviewed patients and added key details to medical histories.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Joyce University of Nursing And Health Sciences
Draper, UT 09.2021 - 05.2023
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Advanced Nursing Practice
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT 08.2023 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine
Viet Nam 09.2004 - 12.2010
Skills
Patient management
Care planning
Time management
Medication and IV administration
Emergency response
Critical thinking
Clinical decision-making
Patient education
Patient advocacy
Team collaboration
Problem-solving
Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency
Additional Information
Graduated from medical school in Vietnam in 2010.
Passed United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1, Step 2Ck, and Step 2CS. Certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) in 2016.
Five months of experience as a medical intern at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital and doctors' clinics in family medicine and internal medicine.
Two years of experience as a registered nurse on acute care floor at large acute care hospitals in Salt Lake Valley.
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
07-2025
Registered Nurse
University of Utah Hospital- Cardiovascular Acute Care
10.2023 - 02.2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Advanced Nursing Practice
University of Utah
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare- Medical/Oncology Unit
07.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Joyce University of Nursing And Health Sciences
09.2021 - 05.2023
Basic Life Support
09-2021
Medical Intern
Bergman Medical Group
07.2017 - 09.2017
Medical Intern
Cedric Coleman, M.D. Internal Medicine
08.2016 - 09.2016
Medical Intern
Chicago Lakeshore Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2016
ECFMG certification
07-2016
Medical Intern
Lokesh Chandra, M.D. Internal Medicine
11.2015 - 12.2015
M.D. - Medicine
Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine
09.2004 - 12.2010
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