Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
05.2021 - Current
Resource person on Post Surgical Unit
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Charting with Epic
Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Server
Wellers Grill And Bar
10.2014 - 12.2021
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Topeka, KS
03.2021
Skills
Emotional Intelligence
Patient and family advocacy
Direct Patient Care
Professional Bedside Manner
Clear Patient Communication
Decision-Making
Ability to multi-task
Time Management
Certification
KS Multi-state compact RN license
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
05.2021 - Current
Server
Wellers Grill And Bar
10.2014 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
KS Multi-state compact RN license
BLS
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