Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration, surgical experience, psych knowledge and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health RN
Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
Northfield, OH
08.2020 - Current
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Accurately documented treatment, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Cared for patients in 26-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
Registered Nurse
Summa Health-Akron City Hospital
Akron, OH
04.2017 - Current
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Burn ICU RN
Akron Childrens Hospital
Akron, Ohio
08.2019 - 08.2020
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Surgical Technician
Summa Health-Akron City Hospital
Akron, Ohio
04.2015 - 04.2017
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Akron, OH
12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Akron University
Akron, OH
11.2010
Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
Autonomy
Conflict Resolution
Self-Motivated
Good listening skills
Sterile Technique
Urological Care
Psych Care
Microsoft Office
Epic
POS
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Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
BLS
ACLS
EPIC Certified
Timeline
Behavioral Health RN
Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
08.2020 - Current
Burn ICU RN
Akron Childrens Hospital
08.2019 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse
Summa Health-Akron City Hospital
04.2017 - Current
Surgical Technician
Summa Health-Akron City Hospital
04.2015 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Akron University
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