Constance Uzarevic
Madison,OH
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse from Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital, adept in intravenous therapy and compassionate care. Excelled in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit by enhancing patient outcomes and maintaining meticulous documentation. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical judgment and effective communication, contributing to improved healthcare delivery. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital
05.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Managed caseload of 5-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Utilized Epic to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
Kirtland, OH05.2019
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Healthcare ethics
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Intake and discharge
- Vitals monitoring
- Cardiac monitors
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes management
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Patient Education
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital
05.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
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