Evelyn Robinson
Converse
Summary
Registered Nurse deeply committed to providing quality, compassionate patient care. My nursing background includes PCU/Stepdown, Telemetry, Acute Trauma, Medical Surgical, Long Term Acute Care, Home Health
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
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Health System
05.2016 - Current
- Performs assessment/reassessments on a regular basis in accordance with established policy
- Create and maintain accurate detailed reports and records
- Competently cares for patient requiring hemodynamic monitoring including assisting with catheter insertion, accurately interpreting monitor strips and documentation.
- Work closely with all healthcare providers to facilitate and coordinate efficient, effective and quality healthcare.
Registered Nurse
Angel Staffing Inc.
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Monitoring vital signs, administering prescribed medications, administering blood products, participating in bedside rounds, responding to medical emergencies. Liaising with other care professionals to optimize patient care and recovery. Interpreting telemetry strips and administering cardiac drips per Physician order.
Registered Nurse
Nomad Staffing Agency
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided care in a step-down unit for patients with different diagnosis including Covid, CHF, stroke, Respiratory Failure and a lot more. Monitored Patient vitals, medication administration, patient teaching, interpreting telemetry strips. Transcription and initiation of Physician orders, collaborating with all other care providers.
Registered Nurse
Angel Staffing Inc.
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided Nursing care for Covid patients in a Step down/Telemetry/Medical surgical floor. Monitoring vital signs, nursing admission and general assessments, vital signs. Providing nursing education and discharge teaching, ensuring patient safety. Collaborating with other care providers to ensure quality care.
Travel Registered Nurse
Northshore Medical Center
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Provide inpatient nursing support on hospital Medical/Surgical floor, Telemetry and Stepdown areas to Covid Patients. Transcribed and initiated physician orders. Performed head to toe assessments and medication administration to diverse Patient population. Completed patient profile, admission and discharges with detailed instructions.
Registered Nurse
Center for Health Care Services
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Provided nursing care as a home health nurse/case manager for non-profit organization focused on care of patients with developmental disabilities. Patients include both mentally and physically challenged adults and children. Support long term programs, family home and group home patients.
Registered Nurse/Acting Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital
06.2009 - 01.2015
- Over a long-term tenure, provided primary care on a 27-bed telemetry unit, with additional responsibilities on Med/Surg and stepdown units.
- Served as a preceptor nurse to new nurses on an ongoing basis.
- Requested to represent the unit on the Pain Management Committee. Met regularly with the group focused on developing solutions to better assist patients and medical/nursing professionals on pain management issues.
- Developed unit postings, pain management pamphlets, and served as a primary resource nurse regarding pain management education.
- As Acting Charge Nurse, supervised 4 to 6 nurses, CNAs, and the unit secretary. Managed patient overflow as required. Patient diagnoses included a full range of cardiac and respiratory issues, in addition to an isolation area for patients with diseases such as meningitis.
Registered Nurse
Brook Army Medical Center (BAMC), Medpro Staffing Agency
05.2012 - 09.2013
- On a long term contract basis, provided primary care on the Med/Surg unit. Cases included trauma, surgery, post-op, ICU stepdown, etc.
Registered Nurse
Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
05.2008 - 05.2009
- Provided nursing care within the high volume Emergency Dept. In-Patient Unit.
- Upon receiving patients from the ER, implemented physician orders, monitored patient vital signs, administered medications, and performed EKG tests and IV Therapy.
- Instructed both patients and caregivers regarding patient healthcare status and care issues.
- Managed patients requiring telemetry or cardiac monitoring, IV drips, and vented patients.
Registered Nurse
Morris Heights Health Center
03.2008 - 12.2008
- Served in an outpatient clinic providing healthcare services to both adult and pediatric patients.
- Monitored patient flow and triaged patients for the 7-physician clinic.
- Managed vital signs, immunizations, dressing changes, and administered PO medications.
- Assessed asthmatic patients and maintained patient charting.
- Supervised daily workflow on behalf of 5 Medical Assistants.
- Managed medical supply inventory control and ordering logistics.
Case Manager
Institute for Community Living
10.2007 - 11.2007
- Managed a case load of 11 to 15 cases pertinent to mentally challenged individuals requiring a full range of mental health care in order to transition into the community.
- Coordinated and collaborated with physicians, physiatrists, and psychologists on ongoing medication issues, patient progress, and treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York01.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Public Administration
Hostos Community College
Bronx, New York06.2001
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Texas A & M International University, Laredo, TX, US
Laredo, TX08-2026
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Professional bedside manner
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Compact License Texas
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support; CMSRN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Angel Staffing Inc.
01.2022 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Nomad Staffing Agency
04.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Angel Staffing Inc.
07.2020 - 03.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Northshore Medical Center
04.2020 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
University Health System
05.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Center for Health Care Services
05.2014 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse
Brook Army Medical Center (BAMC), Medpro Staffing Agency
05.2012 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse/Acting Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital
06.2009 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
05.2008 - 05.2009
Registered Nurse
Morris Heights Health Center
03.2008 - 12.2008
Case Manager
Institute for Community Living
10.2007 - 11.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Public Administration
Hostos Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Long Island University
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Texas A & M International University, Laredo, TX, US