Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and health education. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans that improve patient outcomes and ensure safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Denver Health; Denver County Jail
Denver, Colorado
11.2009 - 06.2025
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs regularly.
Provided health education and counseling to inmates regarding medical conditions.
Managed emergency situations by implementing appropriate nursing protocols.
Conducted assessments and documented patient histories accurately in records.
Assisted in facilitating referrals to specialized medical services as needed.
Coordinated with security personnel to ensure safe patient transport within the facility.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse
St Anthony's Center Hospital
Denver, Colorado
03.1999 - 11.2009
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Conducted assessments and documented patient histories accurately in records.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
06-2000
Skills
Patient assessment
Medication administration
Electronic medical record management
Emergency response protocols
Health education
Care coordination
Patient and family advocacy
Acute care expertise
Family education
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Reporting and documentation
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Electronic health records management
Patient monitoring
Long-term care
Wound care
Medical evaluation
Intake and discharge
Compassion and empathy
Vascular care
Chronic disease management
Certification
I currently have a RN license in the state of Colorado with licensure compact with Kansas State.
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