Christina Ford
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Functioned as a registered nurse on a 20 bed cardiac telemetry unit.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Holmes Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Functioned as a registered nurse and clinical charge nurse on a 36 bed medical surgical - orthopedic/trauma unit
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Holmes Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Worked on a 31 bed medical surgical with telemetry/respiratory isolation unit
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
BSN -
Keiser University
Melbourne, FL10.2021
ASN -
Keiser University
Melbourne, FL04.2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
Certification
- Registered Nurse, RN 9535888
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Holmes Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Holmes Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 03.2022
ASN -
Keiser University
BSN -
Keiser University
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