Dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse with a proven track record of providing efficient and effective patient care. Seeking to advance nursing career by leveraging 20 years of clinical nursing experience, including roles as a Charge Nurse, Bedside Nurse Clinician, and ER Nurse. Successfully implemented initiatives to enhance productivity and effectiveness, always with a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional patient care. Expertise in Surgical, Telemetry, Medical, and Emergency nursing. Skills include proficient patient care, executing medical procedures, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Thrives in collaborative team environments and consistently strives to achieve positive outcomes. Known for reliability, adaptability, critical thinking abilities, and effective time management skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACT RN Role
Lake Jackson VA Outpatient clinic
07.2023 - Current
Assessed patient conditions, administered medications, and provided wound care in accordance with established protocols
Communicated effectively with patients and their families to address concerns and provide education on treatment plans self-care
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient care plans within PACT model
Conducted regular patient follow ups to monitor progress and ensure continuity of care
Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures
PACT CHARGE RN Role
Lake Jackson VA Outpatient clinic
07.2023 - Current
Provided leadership and direction to nursing staffs within PACT, ensuring efficient patient flow, providing guidance and promoting collaborative team environment
Facilitated daily nursing team huddle to discuss staffing plans, develop care plans and address patient needs comprehensively
Determined patient care assignments in accordance with patient’s requirements
Collaborated effectively within interdisciplinary teams to provide excellent quality patient care to veterans
PACT PRECEPTOR Skills/ Role
Lake Jackson VA Outpatient clinic
07.2023 - Current
Provided hands-on training and mentorship to new PACT team nursing members, served as resource regarding clinical procedures, best practices to enhance performance and professional growth
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and mentor diverse healthcare professionals
Provided support, guidance and feedback to the PACT trainee throughout the training period fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
Served as clinical resource and consultant for complex patient cases and challenging clinical situations
Collaborated with Nurse Manager to identify training needs and develop educational resources for the new team member
Nurse Clinician III- Emergency Room
University of Texas Medical Branch-Angleton Danbury Campus
06.2021 - Current
Assessed patients on admission to determine their physical and psychological health and gather a social history
Worked collaboratively with teams up to 4 practitioners to generate an emergency care plan and communicate the details and handover meetings
Assists during life threatening incidents, administering crucial medications, and providing emotional support on their parents and families in challenging circumstances
Displays professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks in a timely manner
Maintains patient’s confidentiality and retains a positive, friendly and courteous attitude to patients and families
Mental Health Experience
University of Texas Medical Branch-Angleton Danbury Campus
06.2021 - Current
Provided direct care to patients in the ER with various mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety
Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient’s needs and develop individualized care plans
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team including psychiatrists, social workers and occupational therapists to coordinate patient care
Educated patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options and community resources
Provided emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients during individualized therapy session
RN III Jennie Sealy 9C- Surgery Unit Charge Nurse/ Staff Nurse
University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, Texas
06.2017 - 06.2021
Provides comprehensive care to orthopedic, telemetry and medical, surgical patients
Competent Clinician
Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified the Texas Nurse Practice Act
Competently and accurately assesses patients and identifies nursing diagnosis/patient care needs
Competently plans and prioritizes age and specialty appropriate care of each patient assigned
Included patient/family education in daily plan
Communicates relevant information to appropriate health care professionals
Ensured planned interventions are consistent with the overall plan of care
Adhered to identified discharge plan
Knowledgeable of the standards of care applicable to assigned area
Safely and properly delivered age & specialty appropriate nursing care to assigned patients
Executed physicians' orders for all assigned patients; administers medications and treatments, and delivers appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with facility's policies, procedures and standards
Encouraged patient/family participation in care and provides emotional support and comfort measures to them
Competently performed routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned
Provided patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching
Practiced and promoted proper aseptic technique, infection control measures, and body mechanics
Evaluated the patient/family response to, and outcome(s) of, implemented care and modified the plan of care accordingly
Competently and consistently completed accurate, concise, and legible documentation on all patient, unit, and hospital records
Respected and supported patient rights
Practiced principles of patient and employee confidentiality
Recognized ethical dilemmas, utilized available resources and assisted in dealing with them
Practiced positive guest and patient relations
Consistently communicated in a professional and courteous manner
Reported and assisted in dealing with guest complaints/concerns
Established and maintained a positive rapport with patient/family
Utilized research-based nursing interventions and supports the unit-based quality improvement activities
Practiced cost containment for patients and the unit
Competently prioritized and organized work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame
Effectively and efficiently uses time, equipment, and supplies
Functioned as in interdependent and supportive team member
Assisted in maintaining a positive learning environment
Exchanged constructive feedback with peers
Assumed responsibility for remaining current on job-related knowledge and skills and ongoing education/in-service/credentialing/certification/licensure requirements
Performed related duties as required
Developed time management, delegation and prioritization skills
Participates in hospital performance improvement activities to improve safety and patient outcome
Developed patient care and treatment plans including assessment, evaluation, and nursing diagnoses
Manages patient's pain using pharmacological and non- pharmacological pain management intervention especially post procedure or surgical patients to assist in alleviating suffering and improving healing
RN Progressive Care Unit/Telemetry
Swedish Edmonds Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2017
Works proactively and throughout patient/ family stay to assure timely discharge
Analyzes patient data and uses this to provide appropriate nursing care
Monitor critical vital signs, detects any changes, and initiate life-saving interventions if needed
RN III Surgical Care Unit/ Telemetry
Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
10.2015 - 12.2016
Participated in a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals to assess, evaluate, and diagnose patients and develop effective treatment plans under direction of the physician
Perform tasks in close monitoring of patients pre and post operatively
Responsible for maintaining patient’s safety and therapeutic recovery
Medical-surgical charge nurse
Manila Doctors Hospital
02.2009 - 02.2014
Company Overview: 321-bed capacity; acute, private tertiary hospital
Provided current information on client health status to the Primary Health Care Provider/s, Resident Physician/s
Participated in case conferences and staff meetings
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