Francisca Burkes
Canton
Summary
Registered nurse with extensive critical care experience. Proficient in patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and quality improvement initiatives. Focused on delivering comprehensive care and mentoring new staff to enhance team performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-ER-FLOAT -Charge nurse
Henry Ford Health System
Plymouth
08.2013 - Current
- Delivered emergency and critical care for pediatric and adult patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Provided comprehensive respiratory care, including ventilator management and breathing treatments.
- Monitored vital signs and administered injections while assisting with medical procedures to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Documented patient progress notes in electronic medical record system to maintain accurate and accessible health information.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies, fostering a knowledgeable and compliant nursing team.
Registered Nurse- CVICU
Corewell Health-Dearborn,Mi
Dearborn
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Administered medications and treatments per healthcare provider prescriptions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment alternatives.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems to maintain accurate and accessible documentation.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care standards and outcomes.
- Applied critical thinking skills to quickly assess clinical situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies.
Registered Nurse: ICU , Charge nurse
Garden City Hospital
Garden City
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Managed emergency situations with prompt interventions to stabilize critical conditions.
- Mentored new nursing staff during onboarding to ensure seamless integration and knowledge transfer.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patients, addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with critical care teams.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to ensure a safe patient environment.
Registered Nurse-ER, TICU,SICU,MICU,Charge nurse
Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital
Detroit
02.2005 - 06.2023
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create patient care plans.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for documentation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Provided education to patients and families about care plans and health management.
Registered Nurse: Travel -ER /Cancer ICU
Hackensack Meridian Health System
Hackensack
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse: Neuro ICU
Memorial Hermann Hospital
The Woodlands
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Delivered direct patient care in critical and acute settings.
- Administered medications while monitoring patient responses for adverse effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance comprehensive patient management.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatment options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills for swift and accurate clinical assessments.
- Developed individualized treatment plans with physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on hospital policies and care standards.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately in electronic medical records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN11-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Science
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Michigan, Dearborn
Dearborn, MI12-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI05-2005
Skills
- Critical care expertise
- Electronic health records management
- Patient monitoring and assessment
- Medication administration
- Respiratory care techniques
- Patient education strategies
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Infection control practices
- Care planning and coordination
- Problem solving skills
- Effective communication
- Team building activities
- Emotional support provision
- Mentorship and training programs
- Chart updating and documentation
- Strong medical ethics
- Nursing plan development
- Acute care proficiency
- IV management skills
- Wound care techniques
- Preventive health measures
Certification
- Registered Nurse License in the state of MI,NY,NJ,CA
- ACLS, BLS,TNCC,ENPC
Accomplishments
- Multiple Diasy Award
Timeline
Registered Nurse- CVICU
Corewell Health-Dearborn,Mi
09.2025 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse: ICU , Charge nurse
Garden City Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse: Travel -ER /Cancer ICU
Hackensack Meridian Health System
04.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse: Neuro ICU
Memorial Hermann Hospital
02.2021 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse-ER-FLOAT -Charge nurse
Henry Ford Health System
08.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse-ER, TICU,SICU,MICU,Charge nurse
Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital
02.2005 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Science
Wayne County Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Michigan, Dearborn
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Henry Ford College