Healthcare professional experienced in therapeutic communication and patient engagement. Brings skills and experience of 35 years at UMass in acute care and critical care. Looking to put knowledge and abilities to good use in patient care focused position in the PACU area.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
Worcester, MA
09.1998 - Current
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians and unit clerks.
Registered Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
Worcester, MA
06.1987 - 09.1998
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.
Worked on several acute care floors including med-surg and oncology
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Worceester State University
Worcester, MA
05.1989
Diploma in Nursing
Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing
Worcester, MA
06.1987
Skills
Patient Condition Monitoring
Critical thinking regarding change in patient status
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