Benjamin Tynan
NAPERVILLE,Illinois
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic /Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Edward Hospital - Main Campus
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
- Impart medical, operational and patient care knowledge to new nurses and students, supporting personal growth and enhancing professional development.
- Assess and assist patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including COPD, asthma, CHF, cerebrovascular accidents, diabetes, and sepsis.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Coordinate and perform patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Oversee medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Audit patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Assess unit patients continuously from admission to discharge.
- Direct unit staff and promote quality care for diverse patients.
- Manage central lines, catheters and vascular access devices, significantly reducing occurrence of hospital acquired infections
- Care expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as orthopedic, pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed caseload of up to 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Orthopedic / Medical-Surgical PCT
Edward Hospital - Main Campus
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted up to 8 patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockford University
Rockford, IL05.2022
Skills
- Staff Development and training
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Collaboration
- Delivery of age appropriate care
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Assessment and recognition of clinical changes
- Empathy for patients and families
- BLS certified
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Orthopedic /Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Edward Hospital - Main Campus
08.2022 - Current
Orthopedic / Medical-Surgical PCT
Edward Hospital - Main Campus
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockford University
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