Elizabeth Palmer
Plano,TX
Summary
Analytical and strategic [Job Title] with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 50+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to all patients. Knowledgeable requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 50+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to all patients. Knowledgeable about requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Medical City Dallas Hospital
Dallas, TX
08.1985 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Mercy Jr. College
St. Louis, Mo05.1969
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Medical Supply Management
- Treatment Preparation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Accurate Documentation
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Timeline
Staff Nurse
Medical City Dallas Hospital
08.1985 - Current
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Mercy Jr. College