Veronica Way
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
To utilize efficient, professional, age specific, and exceptional nursing skills in carrying out standard nursing procedure of assessment, planning, implementation, and revision of the nursing care for a group of patients, following hospital policies. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, ICU
UF Health Shands Hospital
Jacksonville , FL
04.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes while reducing costs associated with ICU care delivery.
RN PEAK FLOAT POSTTION
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
RN MED SURG TELE
Travel Nurse Corps, VHA Interim Staffing Program
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Contract location VA Central Texas Healthcare System, Temple Texas
RN MED SURG TELE FLOAT
Travel Nurse, PROLINK STAFFING CO
12.2021 - 03.2022
RN MED SURG TELE
Travel Nurse Corps, VHA Interim Staffing Program
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Malcolm Randall VA medical Center Gainesville, FL
RN MED SURG TELE
Travel Nurse Corps, VHA Interim Staffing Program
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center Augusta GA
RN Clinical Medical Surgical Unit Travel Nurse
Access Health Care LLC
12.2020 - 01.2021
RN Outpatient Clinic
Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Deltona VA Outpatient Clinic Deltona, FL
RN Tele/Med Surg
Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Orlando VA Medical Center Lake Nona Orlando FL
RN Tele/Med Surg
Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
04.2019 - 11.2019
- North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System Gainesville FL
RN Specialty Clinic
Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Ralph H
- Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston SC
RN Tele/Med Surg
Miami VA Healthcare System
- 12.2018
RN PCCU Travel Nurse Contract
Aya Healthcare
02.2018 - 06.2018
- South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta GA
RN Tele/Med Surg
Loyal Source Government Services
07.2017 - 01.2018
RN, Float Pool, Tele, CCU,ICU,ED, Maternity, Post-Partum, Mother/Baby, Med-surg, Orth spine
SEGHS
04.2006 - 06.2017
RN PRN, House Manager
SEGHS
03.2015 - 06.2017
RN Step-down unit, Med-surg, Tele Travel Nurse
Republic Health Resources
11.2016 - 03.2017
RN ER LEVEL 1 TRAUMA
St. Josephs Candler Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2016
RN, 5 Telemetry
SEGHS
05.2009 - 11.2006
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in nursing (BA) -
01.2022
Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
01.2006
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
Certification
- Georgia Board of Nursing Registered Professional License, Active, 01/2025
- ACLS, 09/19/2025
- BCLS, 08/30/2025
Personal Information
Title: BSN, RN
References
Upon request
Award
Certificate of Excellence Award 06/30/2022
Presented from Central Texas VA
Timeline
RN, ICU - UF Health Shands Hospital
04.2024 - Current
RN PEAK FLOAT POSTTION - Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2022 - 01.2023
RN MED SURG TELE - Travel Nurse Corps, VHA Interim Staffing Program
04.2022 - 07.2022
RN MED SURG TELE FLOAT - Travel Nurse, PROLINK STAFFING CO
12.2021 - 03.2022
RN MED SURG TELE - Travel Nurse Corps, VHA Interim Staffing Program
06.2021 - 09.2021
RN MED SURG TELE - Travel Nurse Corps, VHA Interim Staffing Program
03.2021 - 05.2021
RN Clinical Medical Surgical Unit Travel Nurse - Access Health Care LLC
12.2020 - 01.2021
RN Outpatient Clinic - Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
10.2020 - 11.2020
RN Tele/Med Surg - Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
07.2020 - 10.2020
RN Tele/Med Surg - Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
04.2019 - 11.2019
RN Specialty Clinic - Travel Nurse Corps VHA Interim Staffing Program
01.2019 - 04.2019
RN PCCU Travel Nurse Contract - Aya Healthcare
02.2018 - 06.2018
RN Tele/Med Surg - Loyal Source Government Services
07.2017 - 01.2018
RN Step-down unit, Med-surg, Tele Travel Nurse - Republic Health Resources
11.2016 - 03.2017
RN ER LEVEL 1 TRAUMA - St. Josephs Candler Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2016
RN PRN, House Manager - SEGHS
03.2015 - 06.2017
RN, 5 Telemetry - SEGHS
05.2009 - 11.2006
RN, Float Pool, Tele, CCU,ICU,ED, Maternity, Post-Partum, Mother/Baby, Med-surg, Orth spine - SEGHS
04.2006 - 06.2017
Chamberlain University - Bachelor’s Degree in nursing (BA),
Coastal Georgia Community College - Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN),
- Georgia Board of Nursing Registered Professional License, Active, 01/2025
- ACLS, 09/19/2025
- BCLS, 08/30/2025
RN Tele/Med Surg - Miami VA Healthcare System
- 12.2018
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