Christine arionget
University Place,WA
Summary
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. Patient-oriented Nurse with over 15 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, in Africa and now USA, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Medical/Surgical specialty. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED-NURSE Per Diem (Medical Surgical)
AMN Healthcare, Kaiser San Francisco
07.2023 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Actriv /Shiftnex Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, providing timely interventions and adjustments as necessary.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, maintaining accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, improving understanding of post-discharge care requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery, fostering communication among healthcare providers.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient assessment and clinical decision-making processes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, streamlining workflows to enhance operational efficiency in the unit.
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying pertinent data that informed care plan development and intervention implementation.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently implementing evidence-based nursing practices in medical-surgical settings.
REGISTERED-NURSE Per Diem (Med Surg/Neuro/Oncology/ER)
AMN Healthcare, Kaiser Santa Clara
02.2023 - Current
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
RN, Per Diem (Acute Care/ Critical Care/ Med Surg/Telemetry)
Hospitals Staff Link Network, Kindred Hospitals South California (Brea)
06.2020 - Current
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, with Tracheostomies, ventilators, and determined next course of action.
RN
Alasaka Gardens Health and Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to identify changes in health status promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options and care procedures.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance within the unit.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient care protocols, resulting in increased satisfaction scores.
Registered Nurse (Psychiatric)
Pacific Grove Psychiatric Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Administered psychiatric medications adhering to strict protocols and ensuring proper dosage and administration
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, contributed to the development of individualized care plans, and monitored patient progress
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers to facilitate holistic patient care
- Provided therapeutic interventions and crisis management for patients with diverse psychiatric conditions.
REGISTERED NURSE (Medical Surgical/Telemetry)
Maxim Healthcare, Providence Hospitals of St Joseph's
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Administered medications to patients and monitored response to medications
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of patients in challenging environment.
REGISTERED NURSE (Medical Surgical/Telemetry)
Maxim Healthcare
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Registered Nurse (Corrections)
Pleasant Valley State Prison
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented comprehensive healthcare plans for incarcerated individuals, addressing both acute and chronic medical conditions
- Provided health assessments, managed medication administration, and executed treatment plans within the correctional healthcare system
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals and correctional staff to optimize patient care and adherence to healthcare protocols
- Coordinated referral for further care.
Registered Nurse (Corrections)
Chino Valley State Prison
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients within a correctional setting, evaluating medical conditions and providing necessary treatments
- Monitored and documented vital signs, administered medications, and performed health screenings for COVID-19 symptoms
- Managed quarantine and isolation procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols in a confined environment
- Collaborated with security and healthcare teams to create and implement strategies for COVID-19 containment.
Registered Nurse (COVID-19)
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Conducted comprehensive investigations into potential COVID-19 cases, tracing contacts, and initiating appropriate isolation measures
- Collaborated with public health agencies and local health departments to monitor and manage COVID-19 cases within the community
- Educated patients, families, and staff on infection control practices and preventive measures
- Implemented and coordinated quarantine protocols to minimize the spread of the virus.
RN
Case Medical Center
06.2005 - 02.2012
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems, improving efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
- Conducted training sessions on infection control practices, promoting a safe environment for residents and staff alike.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Makerere University
04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden
Minnesota City, MN02-2026
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Patient discharge
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Insulin medication assistance
- Diabetes management
- High level of autonomy
Accomplishments
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- American Red Cross
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS Training - 2023- 2026
- BLS
- Infection Prevention , CDC 40 Hours
- Wound care
Timeline
REGISTERED-NURSE Per Diem (Medical Surgical)
AMN Healthcare, Kaiser San Francisco
07.2023 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Actriv /Shiftnex Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
RN
Alasaka Gardens Health and Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 11.2024
REGISTERED-NURSE Per Diem (Med Surg/Neuro/Oncology/ER)
AMN Healthcare, Kaiser Santa Clara
02.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE (Medical Surgical/Telemetry)
Maxim Healthcare, Providence Hospitals of St Joseph's
12.2021 - 02.2022
REGISTERED NURSE (Medical Surgical/Telemetry)
Maxim Healthcare
07.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse (Psychiatric)
Pacific Grove Psychiatric Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse (Corrections)
Pleasant Valley State Prison
11.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse (Corrections)
Chino Valley State Prison
07.2020 - 10.2020
RN, Per Diem (Acute Care/ Critical Care/ Med Surg/Telemetry)
Hospitals Staff Link Network, Kindred Hospitals South California (Brea)
06.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse (COVID-19)
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
05.2020 - 07.2020
RN
Case Medical Center
06.2005 - 02.2012
BBA - Business Administration
Makerere University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden