Compassionate Registered Nurse, specializing in cardiac care and post op cardiac care. Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and discharge teachings. Also, skilled in precepting and patient education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2005 - 06.2015
Worked in Cardiac care- Telemetry unit, Angiosuite-post cath patients, and CSU- step down unit post op CABGs and Thoracotomies
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.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
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.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH
06-2005
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient education and counseling
Professional bedside manner
Telemetry monitoring
Family education
Precepting
Patient discharge
Cardiac care
Daisy Award
Received the Daisy Award in 2010
Timeline
Registered Nurse
TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2005 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Xavier University
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