Adept at patient assessments and care coordination, I significantly reduced wait times in OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital's Emergency Department. My expertise in medical records management and compassionate patient care, honed in both civilian and military roles, showcases my ability to enhance treatment outcomes and support team efficiency. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Optimized patient flow within Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Conducted patient assessments to determine care priorities, improving treatment outcomes.
Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transitions from emergency care to specialized departments.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Aerospace Medical Service Technician
United States Air Force
02.2008 - 08.2015
Provided critical lifesaving interventions during emergency situations, applying knowledge of advanced life support techniques.
Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive medical support during aerospace mission.
Participated in regular training exercises to stay current on best practices and maintain proficiency in emergency response skills.
Provided compassionate care to patients from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and effective communication skills.
Administered vaccinations to military personnel as part of immunization programs, preventing outbreaks among deployed units.
Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH
12.2021
Skills
Patient Assessments
Care Coordination
Medical Records Management
Patient Condition Monitoring
Accurate Documentation
Training Staff
EKG Interpretation
Student Precepting
Medication and IV administration
EKG Interpretation
Student Precepting
Medication and IV administration
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
ASLS - Advanced Stroke Life Support
Work Availability
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