Compassionate and hard-working nurse looking for a RN Position. 26 years of experience and a proven knowledge of pre- and post-op care and ambulatory care. Looking forward to learning new skills to successfully fill the RN role at your company.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Plastic Surgery Center of East TN
02.2022 - Current
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
OR CIRCULATOR RN
Regional Eye Surgery Center
07.2014 - 02.2022
Assess patients condition before surgery
Ensure that the Operating Room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation, and equipment
Maintain sterilization
Position the patient on operating table
Monitor patient's vital signs
Reviews charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure
Communicate with patients, teammates, and physicians
Maintaining/ordering supplies and keeping Operating Room stocked
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Instruct individuals, families, or others on discharge teaching.
Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, or supplies and ensure that stock of supplies is maintained.
Conduct specified laboratory tests.
Assist surgeon during sterile/cesarean section procedures.
Administer prescribed medications
Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients'
RN LABOR AND DELIVERY
Mountain States Health Alliance
05.2010 - 07.2015
Reduced complications during labor and delivery by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, progress, and comfort levels.
Facilitated open communication with expectant parents to address concerns, educate on birth plans, and provide emotional support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
Promoted breastfeeding success by teaching proper latch techniques, positioning strategies, and troubleshooting common issues faced by new mothers.
Prevented infections in postpartum patients through strict adherence to sanitary procedures when caring for both mother and newborn infant.
Assessed pain levels continuously allowing timely interventions that maintained overall mother''s comfort during labor ensuring a more positive experience for her child''s birth.
LPN
Mountain States Health Alliance
02.2008 - 07.2015
Sterilize equipment and supplies, using sterilizers, or autoclaves.
Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
Make appointments, keep records, or perform other clerical duties.
Set up equipment and prepare operating room.
Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' care.
Phone nurse - providing biopsy results, scheduling appointments, and relaying messages from doctors to patients.
Collect biopsy samples with correct labeling and documentation
Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
Keeping examine rooms stocked and equipped with .
Assist doctors with surgical procedures.
LPN-PRIMARY NURSE FOR DR. SAGO
Dermatology Associates
11.1999 - 02.2008
Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.