Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital and health center functions. Skilled at evaluating and recording patients symptoms. Assisting doctors with procedures. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
School District Of Oconee County - Seneca High School
Seneca, SC
08.2023 - Current
Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
Maintained accurate records of student health information.
Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
RN Staff Nurse
REDFERN HEALTH CENTER
CLEMSON, SC
11.2015 - Current
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Labor and Delivery RN
Baptist Easley Hospital
Easley, SC
04.2006 - 04.2016
Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
Substitute School Nurse
Oconee County School District
Seneca, SC
03.2013 - 03.2015
Provided direct health care services to pediatrics and adolescents involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to pediatrics and adolescents.
Documented observations of pediatric and adolescents behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
RN Staff Nurse
Clemson Pediatrics
Clemson, SC
04.2005 - 04.2006
Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
Treated pediatric patients with minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.
Conducted patient assessments by taking vital signs and interviewing about symptoms.
Scheduled check-up and sick visit appointments for patients.
Offered medical advice based on expertise and physician's directions.
Reviewed immunization records and administered necessary immunizations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2017
Associate of Science - NURSING
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC
05.2004
LPN - NURSING
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC
05.2001
Skills
Medical Screening
Patient Monitoring
Compassionate and Caring
Patient Care Assessment
Medical Procedure Preparation
Monitoring Vital Signs
Patient Examination
Accurate Documentation
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Postpartum Care
Birth Coaching
Cesarean Section Preparation
Medication and IV Administration
Community health
Epipen Administration
Hearing and Vision Screening
Immunization Record Review
Allergic reaction procedures
Timeline
RN
School District Of Oconee County - Seneca High School
08.2023 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
REDFERN HEALTH CENTER
11.2015 - Current
Substitute School Nurse
Oconee County School District
03.2013 - 03.2015
Labor and Delivery RN
Baptist Easley Hospital
04.2006 - 04.2016
RN Staff Nurse
Clemson Pediatrics
04.2005 - 04.2006
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - NURSING
Tri-County Technical College
LPN - NURSING
Tri-County Technical College
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