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Eva Coons
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Marian Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Reduced unnecessary medical interventions by monitoring high-risk patients closely, intervening as needed based on clinical expertise.
- Mentored new nursing professionals during orientation periods, fostering a collaborative team dynamic that supported the delivery of high-quality care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
French Hospital Medical Center
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
Correctional Nurse
California Men's Colony State Prison
11.2017 - 12.2022
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
- Served as a mentor and preceptor to new nursing staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the specialized field of correctional nursing.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Supported mental health needs of inmates by identifying at-risk individuals and coordinating appropriate referrals to psychiatric professionals when necessary.
- Improved medical record accuracy through diligent documentation of inmate health assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
French Hospital Medical Center
05.2014 - 10.2017
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring optimal coverage for high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in the telemetry unit.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among nursing staff members based on expertise level or experience.
- Promoted a culture of safety, resulting in reduced hospital-acquired infections and falls.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Hanford
12.2012 - 05.2014
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA11-2012
Skills
- Patient Care
- Clinical Management
- Emergency Procedures
- Electronic medical records
- Care coordination
- Strong communication skills
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Medical Record Keeping
- Case management experience
- Patient assessments
- Telephonic triage
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteTimeline
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Marian Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
French Hospital Medical Center
01.2023 - 11.2023
Correctional Nurse
California Men's Colony State Prison
11.2017 - 12.2022
Telemetry Registered Nurse
French Hospital Medical Center
05.2014 - 10.2017
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Hanford
12.2012 - 05.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Fresno City College
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