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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse
Atlas Rehabilitation and Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
Staff Registered Nurse
ProMedica
06.2021 - 07.2023
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Staff Nurse
Riverside Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2020 - 06.2021
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
LPN
Riverside Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2016 - 09.2020
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Certified Nursing Assistant at Atlas Rehabilitation at Daughters of Miriam CenterCertified Nursing Assistant at Atlas Rehabilitation at Daughters of Miriam Center