Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
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Elsiemae Sandy

Portland,OR

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Aya Healthcare, specializing in medication administration and patient assessment. Demonstrated success in developing individualized care plans and educating families to improve patient outcomes. Proficient in electronic health record management and effective communication in high-pressure environments. Dedicated to providing exceptional cardiac and medical care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
San Diego, California
11.2018 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vitals, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team.
  • Educated patients and families on care plans, procedures, and health management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills for quick and accurate clinical assessments.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans through collaboration with physicians and healthcare professionals.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse

Aya healthcare/advent health
Orlando, FL
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Monitored patient vital signs in cardiothoracic PCU to ensure optimal care.
  • Assisted in advanced life support procedures during critical situations, enhancing patient outcomes.
  • Educated families on patient conditions and care requirements to foster understanding.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of interventions for compliance.
  • Ensured adherence to safety standards and infection control protocols to minimize risks.
  • Conducted frequent patient walks with respiratory therapy while monitoring high O2 saturation.
  • Provided education to patients and families regarding cardiothoracic conditions and treatments.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry

Aya healthcare / Advent Health Tampa
Tampa, Florida
11.2016 - 10.2017
  • Monitored cardiac patients with telemetry equipment while interpreting data accurately.
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
  • Educated patients and families on cardiac health, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
  • Responded swiftly to cardiac emergencies, executing necessary life-saving measures.
  • Documented patient information accurately using electronic health record systems.
  • Monitored vital signs, including pulse oximetry, reporting abnormalities to attending physicians.

cardiac intervention unit/ cath lab recovery unit

Cross Country Healthcare/ Florida hospital system
Orlando, Florida
11.2015 - 10.2016
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Documented all findings related to the performance of cardiac catheterization procedures accurately in the electronic health record system.
  • Assessed and monitored patient's vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels, respiration rate and temperature.
  • Educated patients and family members about post-procedure expectations and recovery process.
  • Administered conscious sedation medications in preparation for the procedure during tilt-table or bedside ablation.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.

Registered Nurse, Clinical Decision Unit

Cross Country Healthcare/Florida hospital system
Orlando, Florida
08.2015 - 11.2015
  • Assessed patient conditions and delivered immediate clinical interventions.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in health status.
  • Administered medications and managed intravenous therapy efficiently.
  • Coordinated admissions and discharges within clinical decision unit.
  • Reviewed lab results to identify abnormal findings in patient status.
  • Responded promptly to critical situations, including code blues and rapid response calls.
  • Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary staff for optimal patient care.

Cardiac Registered Nurse

NCH
Naples, Florida
03.2012 - 10.2015
  • Monitored patient vital signs and promptly communicated changes to healthcare team.
  • Administered medications and accurately documented patient responses.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery strategies.
  • Maintained precise patient documentation using electronic health records.
  • Trained new nursing staff on cardiac care protocols and best practices.
  • Informed patients about their conditions, providing clear post-discharge care instructions.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cardiac pathophysiology through thorough cardiovascular assessments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
12-2011

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Electronic health record management
  • Patient assessment and care planning
  • Progressive care nursing
  • Cardiac monitoring

Affiliations

  • I like to hike and workout. I love to watch Neflix. I love the outdoor which is why i want to make oregon my new home.

Accomplishments

  • When i worked staff I was a CNA for the cardiac floor i got hired on as a RN.
  • i was the top heart walk dollar collector for NCH hospital every year.
  • I was awarding daisy several times and AHA award for the top collector.
  • I also was a charge nurse
  • I also did precepting while being a traveler for several organizations.

Certification

  • I have my AHA BLS and ACLS certification.
  • I have my CV Certification which i have to renew.

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
11.2018 - Current

Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse

Aya healthcare/advent health
11.2017 - 10.2018

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry

Aya healthcare / Advent Health Tampa
11.2016 - 10.2017

cardiac intervention unit/ cath lab recovery unit

Cross Country Healthcare/ Florida hospital system
11.2015 - 10.2016

Registered Nurse, Clinical Decision Unit

Cross Country Healthcare/Florida hospital system
08.2015 - 11.2015

Cardiac Registered Nurse

NCH
03.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida Gulf Coast University
Elsiemae Sandy
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