Brenda Phillips
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
I'm a motivated Registered Nurse looking to expand her skills in a critical care environment. With 17 years of combined critical care nursing I would love to continue with my learning and patient care experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CVOR Registered Nurse
MountainView Hospital
02.2016 - Current
- All aspects of a Circulating Registered Nurse in this specialty
- Prepared operating room for patient procedures and assisted with clean up after procedures.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Observed, checked and monitored equipment used during surgery to confirm proper operation.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
- Collected, labeled and processed patient specimens carefully and accurately for testing.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Counted surgical instruments and sponges used in procedures upon completion of operations.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Assessed patients prior to surgical procedures by asking questions and detailing medical histories.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Responded to emergency situations based on nursing standards and patient priority.
- Accessed patient medical history, current medications and pre-procedure instructions to confirm adherence and respond to questions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
PACU Registered Nurse
Summerlin Hospital
03.2012 - 02.2016
- All aspects of patient care in a busy PACU environment
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
12.2008 - 03.2012
- All aspects of care in a Cardiac ICU setting
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Administered medications by diverse means and tracked responses.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Provided training and supervision to member staff in unit.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Education
Associate of Science - undefined
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05.2008
Skills
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Instrument Sterilization
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Medication Administration
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Care Coordination
- Patient Examination
Timeline
CVOR Registered Nurse
MountainView Hospital
02.2016 - Current
PACU Registered Nurse
Summerlin Hospital
03.2012 - 02.2016
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
12.2008 - 03.2012
Associate of Science - undefined
Cuyahoga Community College