Christy Guy
Travel Nurse
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
A hardworking and reliable Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience focused on going above and beyond to support the team and serve patients daily. Trained in numerous aspects and offering top-notch patient care abilities. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as a healthcare professional.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Healthcare Services
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Charge Nurse
Delta Medical Specialty
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans focused on mental health needs.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating interventions as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
Travel Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and family members to help cope with emotional challenges of illness.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Developed strategies to reduce medical errors and improve patient safety.
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
Travel Nurse
Advantage Medical Staffing
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Nurse
Snap
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented orders placed by providers
- Implemented the use of Rapid Response Team
- Performed CPR
- Interpreted EKG rhythm and informed MD of abnormalities
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Crisis Response Nurse
Krucial Staffing
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Travel Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
03.2022 - 05.2021
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
Registered Nurse
Krucial Staffing
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and possible outcomes
- Maintained accurate and complete records
- Informed physicians of changes in patient conditions and nursing needs
- Conducted wellness checks and screenings
- Provided top-notch care, implementing infection control procedures to protect patients and staff
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects
- Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions and offered emotional support
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
Travel Nurse
Cardiac Step, Gifted Healthcare
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared and assisted provider with dispensing prescribed medications
- Used MediTech, Cerner, & Epic to complete EMR or hard copy medical records.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse
Methodist Lebonheur Healthcare
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Administered medication, IV therapy, and treatments
- Demonstrated timely pain assessment and reassessment
- Integrated and coordinated care across settings and disciplines
- Administered local, intravenous and inhalation anesthetics based on patient conditions and procedural requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loewenberg College of Nursing
Memphis, TN08.2017
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Wound Management
- EMR systems proficient (MediTech, Cerner, EPIC)
- Strong clinical skills & knowledge 3 years of Cardiac Stepdown Experience (pulling sheaths, Chest Tube proficient, post CABG care for patients, Proficient with Cardiac Drips, etc)
- Strong Communication Skills
Certification
- ACLS/BLS
- NIH Stroke Scale
- EKG Interpreter
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Healthcare Services
07.2023 - 02.2024
Charge Nurse
Delta Medical Specialty
05.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
02.2023 - 04.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted
11.2022 - 02.2023
Travel Nurse
Advantage Medical Staffing
06.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
03.2022 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, Nurse
Snap
10.2021 - 01.2022
Crisis Response Nurse
Krucial Staffing
02.2021 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Krucial Staffing
06.2020 - 11.2020
Travel Nurse
Cardiac Step, Gifted Healthcare
02.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse
Methodist Lebonheur Healthcare
10.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loewenberg College of Nursing
- ACLS/BLS
- NIH Stroke Scale
- EKG Interpreter
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