Cecilia Walsh
Summary
SKILLS Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Registered Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Endoscopy, Peri -op, Pacu (NHSC)
Washington Regional Medical Center
Fayetteville, Arkansas
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and levels of consciousness to verify sedation wore off properly and patient regained consciousness.
- Evaluated patient pain, nausea, difficulty breathing and fear and agitation in recovery room and employed various nursing interventions to manage vulnerabilities.
- Assessed patient incision site, monitored body temperature and tracked other indicators of stability or complications.
- Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information.
- Helped patient stand, change dressings and use restroom facility to complete discharge process.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Administered medications to Number patients and monitored response to medications.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Type workshops.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and facilitate timely interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Registered Nurse- Recovery 2nd Stage
Lubbock Heart Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse-GI/Endoscopy
University Medical Center
01.2017 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Alaska Native Medical Center
10.2012 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Alaska Regional Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Administered IV, and medications as part of patient treatments
- Recorded changes in patient conditions during the procedure
- Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability
- Supported procedures by handling instruments/ assisting the physicians and monitoring patients
- Maximized unit efficiency, keeping supplies and records well-organized for expected needs
- Prepared patients for and assisted with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
04.2010 - 07.2011
- Enhanced patient outcomes through careful monitoring of conditions and comprehensive support
- Supported procedures by handling instruments/ equipments and monitoring patients
- Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members
- Inform physicians of patient's condition during anesthesia/ sedation
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
06.2006 - 03.2010
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
- Worked closely with physicians, and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Enhanced patient outcomes through careful monitoring of conditions and comprehensive support
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues
- Circulate cardiac cath patients
- Monitored patients for stress tests
Registered Nurse
Cagayan De Oro Medical Center
04.2001 - 05.2006
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Administered oral, IV, medications as part of patient treatments
- Supported patient nutrition needs with assistive feeding and management of gastric tubes
- Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders.
Registered Nurse
Monsanto Community Hospital
07.1999 - 03.2001
- Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders
- Recorded changes in patient conditions and laboratory test results
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Managed direct care of patients in Emergency room, floor unit with various acute and chronic conditions
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
Education
BSN -
Cagayan Capitol College/ University
Cagayan, Oro City, De03.1991
Skills
- IV Administration
- Assessment of Vital Signs
- Patient Reassurance
- Safety Measures
- Pulse Oximetry
- Invasive Procedures
- Recovery Units
- Administer Medication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Sedation Management
- Postoperative Care
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
Certification
- Licensed - BSN/RN, ACLS, BLS
- Expertise - GI, Pre-op, Post op; Pacu; Peri op-2nd stage recovery
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Endoscopy, Peri -op, Pacu (NHSC)
Washington Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Recovery 2nd Stage
Lubbock Heart Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse-GI/Endoscopy
University Medical Center
01.2017 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Alaska Native Medical Center
10.2012 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Alaska Regional Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2012
Registered Nurse
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
04.2010 - 07.2011
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
06.2006 - 03.2010
Registered Nurse
Cagayan De Oro Medical Center
04.2001 - 05.2006
Registered Nurse
Monsanto Community Hospital
07.1999 - 03.2001
BSN -
Cagayan Capitol College/ University