Austin Higgins
Howell Township,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
RWJBH
Toms River, NJ
02.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Emergency Medical Technician
Oakhurst Emergency Medical Services
Oakhurst, NJ
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Saker Shoprite
Marlboro, NJ
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Wore face mask, eye protection, medical gloves, and PAPR.
- Managed situations in compliance with legal requirements and with minimal risk to patient and institution.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Ocean County Health Department
Toms River, NJ
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Managed situations in compliance with legal requirements and with minimal risk to patient and institution.
- Wore face mask, eye protection, medical gloves, and PAPR.
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health System
Neptune City, NJ
05.2016 - 03.2020
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ05.2020
High School Diploma -
Manalapan High School
Englishtown, NJ06.2015
Skills
- Procedure Assistance
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Care Coordination
- Detail-Oriented
- Taking Client Histories
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Affiliations
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Emergency Nurses Association
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACSL- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- CEN- Certified Emergency Nurse
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- Firefighter
- Hazmat- CBRNE
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Oakhurst Emergency Medical Services
09.2021 - Current
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Saker Shoprite
03.2021 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
RWJBH
02.2021 - Current
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Ocean County Health Department
02.2021 - 03.2021
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health System
05.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgian Court University
High School Diploma -
Manalapan High School