Milissa Burns
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced Charge Registered Nurse adept at time management and patient stabilization. Recognized for the ability to prioritize care and manage high-stress situations, ensuring quick response and effective treatment of acute traumas. Committed to delivering compassionate care while directing clinical teams effectively.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
San Diego Sheriff's Office
San Diego, California
12.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with law enforcement to address medical emergencies in custody settings.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in fast-paced environment.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes, and overdoses.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA03-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
- Staff leadership
- Training and development
- Patient assessment
- IV therapy
- Stress management
- Patient assessments
- Condition monitoring
- Patient stabilization
- Acute trauma injuries
- Health promotion
- Multitasking
- Crisis intervention
- Task prioritization
- Effective communication
Certification
ACLS/PALS/BLS/PHTLS Certified
Timeline
Charge Registered Nurse
San Diego Sheriff's Office
12.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona