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
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Integris Lakeside Women’s Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2018 - Current
In Labor and Delivery, Medical Surgical, PACU, Pre-OP and Pre-Admission Testing
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2018 - 11.2018
In ICU Step-Down Unit:
Cared for 3-4 critically ill patients and specialized in neuro/stroke patients using NIH stroke scale to assess patients
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Behavioral Support Specialist
Effective Teaching and Learning Inc
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2007 - 02.2018
Managed client caseload of 50 individuals with developmental disabilities
Conduct observations and assess individuals of all ages in their living, educational, and community environments
Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to patients on caseload.
Developed behavior intervention and skill acquisition plans that were state approved
Actively attended meetings with state officials based on individual specific needs
Constantly served on-call twenty-four hours a day seven days a week for consultation in emergency and crisis situations
Provided training and support to program team members and direct care professionals
Effectively monitored individual progress by analyzing and summarizing data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
12.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2018
Skills
Clear Patient Communication
Treatment Preparation
Nursing Consultation
Medical Procedure Preparation
Functional Behavior Assessment
Goal Strategizing
Exceptional Oral Communication Skills
Behavioral Support and Management
Additional Information
Registered Nurse license, ACLS Certified, BLS CPR Certified, NIH Certified, First Aid
Director, BWPO Human Resources Department at BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL/ BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S PHYSICIANS ORGANIZATION (BWPO)Director, BWPO Human Resources Department at BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL/ BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S PHYSICIANS ORGANIZATION (BWPO)