Dolly Colby
San Carlos,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Sequoia Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through individualized care plans and effective communication. Strong clinical judgment and a commitment to professional development ensure high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Diligent R.N. with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sequoia Hospital
07.2007 - Current
- Assessed patient health status and communicated findings to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care strategies.
- Provided education to patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Participated in safety drills and compliance training to uphold healthcare standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Biohackr
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by addressing personal needs and concerns promptly.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- IV setup
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Physical assessments
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Relationship building
- High level of autonomy
- Patient relations
- Removing sutures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Biohackr
07.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Sequoia Hospital
07.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Francisco State University
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