Diligent RN with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
NMC Health
03.2017 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
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.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
RN
Mercy Hospital
06.2012 - 03.2017
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
RN, Critical Care
Via Christi Hospital St. Francis
03.2007 - 06.2012
Consistently received positive feedback from patients and their families for providing exceptional bedside manner, compassionate support, and clear communication throughout the critical care journey.
Mentored new nurses, offering guidance on best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment within the critical care setting.
Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong relationships to ensure comprehensive patient care in a critical care setting.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on advancements in critical care nursing through continuing education opportunities and professional affiliations.
Supported family members during challenging times, offering emotional support, resources, and clear explanations of complex medical conditions to alleviate anxieties surrounding the critical care experience.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Hesston College
Hesston, KS
05-1998
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Infection control measures
Telemetry monitoring
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
NMC Health
03.2017 - Current
RN
Mercy Hospital
06.2012 - 03.2017
RN, Critical Care
Via Christi Hospital St. Francis
03.2007 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Hesston College
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