Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organization skills. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering nearly 10 years of nursing experience. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based interventions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Infirmary Cancer Care
08.2024 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Children's Medical Group
09.2020 - 08.2024
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Diagnostic & Medical Clinic- Northside
09.2015 - 09.2020
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Coastal Alabama Community College
Fairhope, AL
08-2020
Certification - Nursing
Coastal Alabama Community College
Fairhope, AL
08-2015
Skills
Medication management
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Patient management
Transcribing orders
Promoting health maintenance
Medical records management
Data entry
Initiating breathing treatments and oxygen therapy
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