I am a Family Nurse Practitioner DNP graduate looking for my first employment opportunity. My attributes include having been a caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience working in the areas of, both, medical and behavioral settings. My goals include providing holistic and comprehensive care by becoming a duel certified Nurse Practitioner. I have a passion to work with an underserved population.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) Good Samaritan Hospital
Omaha, NE
02.2021 - Current
Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
Developed and deepened relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Methodist Hospital of Omaha, Main Campus
Omaha, NE
01.2008 - 05.2021
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Creighton University Medical Center
Omaha, NE
02.2004 - 11.2006
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing And Allied Health
Omaha, NE
07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Omaha, NE
12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
08.1999
Skills
Unit administration
Medical screening
Patient monitoring
Patient education and counseling
Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
Flow sheet charting
Inpatient and outpatient care
IV and venipuncture certified
Nursing staff leadership
Staff Development and Precepting
Medical assessment
Critical care
Ventilator care
Intake and discharge
Emotional awareness
IV drug therapy management
Culturally sensitive
Medication and IV administration
SBAR communication
Patient care planning
Seizure management
Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
Honors and Organizations
Active member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing, Tau Tau Chapter
Past member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing, Iota Tau Chapter
Awarded Full Academic Scholarship to Creighton University Accelerated Nursing Program
Member of American Nurses Association and the Nebraska Nurses Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) Good Samaritan Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Methodist Hospital of Omaha, Main Campus
01.2008 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, PACU
Creighton University Medical Center
02.2004 - 11.2006
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing And Allied Health