To acquire a challenging position which will utilize present skills and expand experience as a registered nurse. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse/Emergency Department
Planet Healthcare/Penn Highlands Brookville
12.2023 - Current
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and enhance nursing competencies.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare/Clarion Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs
Assessed patient's physical and psychosocial status to determine readiness for discharge
Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress.
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Emerus/AHN Neighborhood Hospitals
09.2020 - 11.2021
Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures
Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution
Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections
Adhered to quality and service standards to support operational goals
Educated individuals and families on health education and disease prevention
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
RN, Emergency Department/Rotating Night Charge RN
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare/US Dept of Veterans Affairs
03.2014 - 11.2020
Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for further assistance
Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
Managed individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patient health through nursing process
Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs
Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
Attended educational workshops and reviewed professional publications to maintain competency in nursing specialty
Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Concordia Visiting Nurses
03.2019 - 03.2020
Adhered to professional standards to protect reputation of home care agency
Assessed patient's physical and psychosocial status to determine readiness for discharge
Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress
Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for further assistance
Provided direct patient care to diverse patient populations
Leveraged wound care expertise to change dressings and monitor for signs of infection
Supervised nurses' aides and assistants
Collected samples, such as blood, urine and sputum from patients and performed routine laboratory tests on samples
Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary.
Care Manager/Medical Management and Policy
Highmark Inc.
04.2012 - 03.2014
Participated in determination of organizational policies regarding such issues as participant eligibility, program requirements and program benefits
Established and maintained relationships with other community agencies and organizations to meet community needs and avoid duplication of services
Consulted with agency staff and other community programs on program-related federal, state and county regulations and policies
Defined problems, collected data, established facts and validated conclusions
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
RN, Critical Care/Emergency Dept/Urgent Care Ctr
Alle-Kiski Medical Center
08.2008 - 02.2014
Modified patient treatment plans according to symptoms, responses and conditions
Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
Provided customized patient and family education to foster continuum of care
Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures
Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies
Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures
Attended educational workshops and reviewed professional publications to maintain competency in nursing specialty.
Education
Completed coursework towards RN-BSN Nursing -
Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA
12.2008
Diploma Nursing -
UPMC St. Margaret School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2004
Nursing Pre-requisites -
CCAC North Campus
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2003
Skills
Epic Superuser
Cerner
FirstNet Superuser
Meditech
Meditech Expanse
InterQual
Certification
Registered Nurse/ RN553390
ACLS
BLS
PALS
NIH Certified
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse/Emergency Department
Planet Healthcare/Penn Highlands Brookville
12.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare/Clarion Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Emerus/AHN Neighborhood Hospitals
09.2020 - 11.2021
Home Health Registered Nurse
Concordia Visiting Nurses
03.2019 - 03.2020
RN, Emergency Department/Rotating Night Charge RN
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare/US Dept of Veterans Affairs
03.2014 - 11.2020
Care Manager/Medical Management and Policy
Highmark Inc.
04.2012 - 03.2014
RN, Critical Care/Emergency Dept/Urgent Care Ctr
Alle-Kiski Medical Center
08.2008 - 02.2014
Completed coursework towards RN-BSN Nursing -
Waynesburg University
Diploma Nursing -
UPMC St. Margaret School of Nursing
Nursing Pre-requisites -
CCAC North Campus
Registered Nurse/ RN553390
ACLS
BLS
PALS
NIH Certified
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