Chandler Parks
Dallas,TX
Summary
I'm a dedicated registered nurse with over 4 years of experience in multiple healthcare environments. I take pride in the strong relationships I’ve built with doctors, fellow nurses, and all other members of the healthcare team. I truly love being a nurse and am passionate about providing excellent patient care and enjoy taking on additional leadership positions. I strive to be a respected and valued member of the healthcare community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-op/PACU RN
Texas Health Preston Plaza Surgery Center
10.2022 - Current
- Reduced patient anxiety by providing comprehensive education on surgery preparation, procedures, and post-operative care.
- Administered medications and IV fluids to monitor reactions, side effects and adverse effects.
- Improved overall patient satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering compassionate and high-quality nursing care throughout the entire perioperative experience.
- Provided empathetic support to patients and their families during emotionally charged moments before surgery.
- Evaluated patient medical history and diagnostic test results to identify potential contraindications for surgery.
- Facilitated smooth handoffs between surgical teams by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patient status.
- Optimized patient flow in the PACU by efficiently managing bed assignments and coordinating discharge planning.
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
Hospice Registered Nurse/Case Manager
Halcyon Hospice & Palliative Care
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Texas NeuroRehab Center
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Experience in neurological rehabilitation and adolescent psychology.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
05.2020
Skills
- Expert IV insertion and education
- Anesthesia recovery
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway Management
- Cardiac monitoring
- PALS
- BLS/ACLS
- Patient Assessments
- HIPAA Compliance
- Accurate Documentation
- Team Leadership
- Patient Advocacy
- Compassionate and Caring
Accomplishments
Current-
- Fall Prevention Committee Team Lead
- Educator of Fall prevention
- Educator of IV insertion
- Peer review committee
- Teammate of the Month (2nd award)
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse 2020-current
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Pre-op/PACU RN
Texas Health Preston Plaza Surgery Center
10.2022 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse/Case Manager
Halcyon Hospice & Palliative Care
01.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Texas NeuroRehab Center
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Licensed Registered Nurse 2020-current
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Associate Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
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