Attentive and adaptable Registered Nurse with over 5 years of clinical experience in medical-surgical and telemetry settings across various hospitals. Skilled in managing fast-paced environments, with a strong emphasis on time management, teamwork, and communication. Known for my ability to adapt to changing needs while maintaining a focus on collaborative care. I excel under pressure and am dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate nursing care that addresses the whole person, supported by my boundless energy and keen attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
Washington, DC
10.2023 - 10.2024
Provided direct patient care for six patients with complex medical conditions in a fast-paced medical surgical unit
Developed and implemented personalized care plans to meet individual patient needs, collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to advocate for patients
Adapted and trialed Team nursing, acting as charge nurse on two units, overseeing care of 32 patients at a time
Demonstrated high quality teamwork with another nurse to provide care to 8 patients at a time
Served as Charge Nurse with an assigned patient load, responsible for managing unit workflow and productivity while acting as a resource for nursing staff
Coordinated patient assignments
Educated patients and families about surgical procedures, post-operative care, and health and medication management in understandable terms to promote recovery, prevent complications, and enhance treatment adherence
Served as a nurse preceptor, educating new nurses using individualized teaching methods to ensure the development of safe and effective clinical skills
Monitored and analyzed telemetry rhythms
Travel Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Trauma Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
Wilmington, NC
07.2023 - 10.2023
Provided comprehensive care to six patients simultaneously, primarily post-operative individuals, ensuring their recovery and comfort
Delivered detailed patient education on care processes, preoperative and post-operative expectations and discharge planning
Managed timely ambulation, pain management (including pain drips and epidural catheters), and drain removal and care
Demonstrated expertise in wound and pin care, post-operative recovery, and infection control
Conducted daily skin assessments on post-surgical wounds, monitoring for signs of infection and providing necessary wound care
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams throughout the day to facilitate safe and effective discharge planning
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
Aurora, CO
01.2023 - 07.2023
Delivered direct patient care for four to six patients at a time in a short-term cardiac observation unit
Monitored and managed patients with cardiac conditions requiring telemetry, including the interpretation of telemetry strips to assess and respond to changes in patient status
Provided efficient, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment, adeptly adapting to the high turnover of short-stay patients
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including discharge nurses, throughout the day to facilitate safe, efficient and effective discharge planning
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
Boston, MA
09.2022 - 12.2022
Managed care for up to six patients across diverse specialties, addressing acute and chronic conditions, including postoperative care, wound care, and pain management
Adapted to the hospital's personal charting system, Meta vision, to enhance documentation efficiency
Monitored and analyzed telemetry rhythms to ensure timely interventions
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during rounds to facilitate safe and effective discharge planning
Provided comprehensive care for wounds, tracheostomies, and drains, ensuring optimal patient outcomes
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Washington, DC
02.2019 - 09.2022
Provided direct patient care for up to six patients simultaneously, conducting thorough physical assessments, administering medications, managing wound care and patients post operative recovery
Educated patients and caregivers on mediation administration, as well as drain, foley, tracheostomy, wound vacs and wound care, both during their hospital stay and at discharge
Conducted daily skin assessments, proactively preventing breakdowns in a high-risk geriatric population
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams throughout the day to facilitate safe and effective discharge planning
Served as Charge Nurse, overseeing 20 bed unit workflow and procedures while managing a personal patient assignment
Collaborated closely with case managers and physicians to develop and implement comprehensive discharge plans and individualized care plans for all patients on the unit
Acted as a preceptor, training and mentoring new nurses to ensure high-quality care and integration into the team
Cared for end of life and comfort care patients, providing compassionate care, and emotional support to families
Actively supported the hospital’s Magnet Designation by participating in fundraising efforts, conducting monthly meetings focused on nurse recruitment, and fostering morale across the organization
Awarded Nurse of the Year 2022
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
12.2018
International Baccalaureate Diploma (HS) -
Dulwich College Beijing
Beijing, China
06.2015
Skills
Time Management
Leadership Experience
Wound Care
Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork
Detail Oriented
Tracheostomy Care
Telemetry
Ostomy Care
Central Line Care
End of Life Care
Administering Blood Products
IV therapy & Phlebotomy
Certification
Registered Nurse- Compact License, #1051658
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Geriatric Resource Nurse
Awards
Nurse of the Year, 2022
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
10.2023 - 10.2024
Travel Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Trauma Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - 10.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 07.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
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Travel Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery at AMN Healthcare & AYA HealthcareTravel Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery at AMN Healthcare & AYA Healthcare