Erika Handley
Bolivar,Missouri
Summary
Observant Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering 3.5 year background preparing and administering medications, providing bedside care and monitoring patient condition. Certified in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals; seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Citizens Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of multiple patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Education
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Bolivar Technical College
Bolivar, MO05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Bolivar Technical College
Bolivar, MO12.2020
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Healthcare ethics
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical Thinking
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Tracheostomy Care
- Delegation and Motivation
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Citizens Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Bolivar Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Bolivar Technical College
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