Christine Wade
Summary
Observant Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering 40-year background preparing and administering medications, providing bedside care and monitoring patient condition. Kind and compassionate and professional. ACLS certified
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Specialist Hospital
10.2020 - Current
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Highland Hospital
04.2006 - 10.2020
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Registered Nurse
Doctor's Hospital
05.1999 - 04.2006
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Schumpert Medical Center
10.1989 - 05.1999
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University
Shreveport, LA05.1984
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Specialist Hospital
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Highland Hospital
04.2006 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse
Doctor's Hospital
05.1999 - 04.2006
Registered Nurse
Schumpert Medical Center
10.1989 - 05.1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University
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