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Christina Finley

Houston,TX

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience in pediatric and adult med surg nursing, offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Texas Children's Hospital
11.2021 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
  • Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
  • Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
  • Provided basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
  • Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
  • Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX
05.2020

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Infection control measures
  • Clinical judgment
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Acute care expertise
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Certification

  • PALS
  • BLS
  • APHON

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Texas Children's Hospital
11.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital
06.2020 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Prairie View A & M University

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