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currently bls certified
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Denise McGinley RN, BSN

Beverly,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Driven Registered Nurse with 30 years of experience caring for patients within medical surgical setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse P.A.C.U

PennMedicine
Plainsboro, NJ
01.2018 - Current
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

Registered Nurse

Acute Care of the Elderly
Plainsboro, NJ
02.2013 - 01.2018
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Neurology, medical, oncology and psychology
Plainsboro, NJ
02.2006 - 02.2013
  • responsible for medical, neurological and oncology patients.
  • Communicated with physicians to enhance optimal patient care.
  • provided chemotherapy for oncology patients.
  • educated patients regarding treatments and medication

Registered Nurse

Princeton Gastroenterolgy Associates
Princeton, NJ
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.

Registered Nurse

Princeton Medical Center Telemetry Unit
Princeton, NJ
09.1993 - 01.2000
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
  • Managed emergency situations such as airway obstruction, cardiac arrest and shock.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lasalle University
Philadelphia, PA
10.1999

Associate of Science - Nursing

Raritan Valley Community College
Somerville, NJ
05.1991

Skills

  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medical Screening
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Medication Administration
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Patient Condition Monitoring

currently bls certified

  • currently certified in
  • bls

Timeline

Registered Nurse P.A.C.U

PennMedicine
01.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse

Acute Care of the Elderly
02.2013 - 01.2018

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Neurology, medical, oncology and psychology
02.2006 - 02.2013

Registered Nurse

Princeton Gastroenterolgy Associates
01.2000 - 01.2006

Registered Nurse

Princeton Medical Center Telemetry Unit
09.1993 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lasalle University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Raritan Valley Community College

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