Registered Nursing professional in Emergency Medicine with extensive knowledge in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Skilled in team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ben Taub Hospital - Harris Health System
07.2024 - Current
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Houston Methodist
01.2023 - Current
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Reduced patient wait times with efficient triage processes.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
04.2022 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Conducted patient assessments to determine care priorities, improving treatment outcomes.
Facilitated patient recovery with comprehensive post-treatment follow-up instructions.
Administered emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Nacogdoches Medical center
01.2022 - Current
Level III trauma
Monitor delivery of patient care including implementation of care plans
Coordinate care with physicians and other clinical staff for treatment and enhance continuum of care
Assess and assist patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes and sepsis
Coordinate and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges
Update physicians on patient test results and critical values
Greater Heights Emergency Room
03.2020 - Current
PRN position
Maintained a safe medical environment
Assisted with examinations, procedures, and other patient care activities
Monitored, documented and communicated patients' conditions using computerized documentation systems
Performed medical procedures, such as EKG, venipuncture, cardiac monitoring, taking vital signs, urinalysis, UCG testing, or administering medications
Provide care for across lifespan with different conditions for infants, children, adults and geriatrics
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Provide direct patient care with multiple medical issues
Triage patients and determine priority of care
Perform comprehensive age specific assessment
Administers multiple types of medication
Evaluate patients condition and response to treatment
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team to discuss patients condition and medical needs
Provide discharge instructions to patient and family with clear aftercare and allowing for any questions
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Houston Northwest
03.2018 - 07.2022
Level II Trauma
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ben Taub Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2022
Level 1 Trauma
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Provided critical support in mass casualty incidents, demonstrating ability to perform under pressure.
Administered emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
Ochsner Emergency Department
11.2021 - 01.2022
Travel assignment
Applied expertise in prompt patient condition assessment on patient arrival at the ER during initial phases of acute illness
Monitored ER patients, including alerting physicians or charge nurses to changes in patient status, communicating with patients and their family members in a variety of traumatic situations
Performed medical procedures, such as EKG, venipuncture, cardiac monitoring, taking vital signs, urinalysis, or administering medications
Conduct individualized patient assessments
Cared for patients with life-threatening illness which includes heart failure, congestive heart failure, respiratory failure, sepsis, etc
Memorial Hermann Emergency Room
07.2021 - 10.2021
Travel assignment
Provide care to patients STEMI, Strokes, and traumas
Document, monitor and communicate critical labs with providers
Multitasking and prioritizing patient care based on critical care needs
Provide care across lifespan including but no limiting infants, children, adults and geriatrics
Provide education to patient and family
ER Charge Nurse
HCA Houston Northwest
08.2020 - 07.2021
Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and growth within the team.
Implemented quality improvement initiatives that increased overall patient satisfaction scores in the emergency department.
Promoted a supportive work environment by addressing staff concerns and maintaining open communication channels.
Provided compassionate support to families during stressful emergency situations, demonstrating empathy and understanding while remaining professional at all times.
Conducted regular audits of emergency department equipment inventory, ensuring optimal functionality when needed for patient care.
Managed crisis situations calmly, providing direction to staff for effective resolution of critical incidents.
Participated in hospital-wide committees focused on improving safety measures within the facility.
Acted as a liaison between ER nursing staff and other hospital departments, facilitating clear communication channels to ensure seamless care transitions.
Improved ER efficiency by effectively managing staff resources and coordinating patient flow.
Reduced wait times for patients with streamlined triage procedures and prioritization of critical cases.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
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