Frederick C. Roberts V
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
I am a Registered Nurse at a Level III trauma center, Meritus Medical Center, in Hagerstown, MD. I have worked on the Intermediate Care Unit for two years looking for acceptance into York College of Pa. MSN FNP program. I have experience working with the multidisciplinary team within the hospital in assessment and treatment of admitted patients for the acute and chronic illnesses. My goal is to become a FNP and expand my nursing knowledge and work towards better serving my community that I have been a part of since a young age. My goals include gaining my graduate degree and then continuing my education and participating in research at an expert level.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Meritus Health
Hagerstown, MD
08.2022 - Current
- Developed, implemented and evaluated individualized patient care plans according to established standards of practice.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient safety and satisfaction scores.
- Assisted with admissions process by gathering information from patients and families about medical history, allergies, prior to admission.
- Facilitated communication between staff members across multiple disciplines regarding changes in a patient's condition or plan of care.
- Assessed patient health issues and provided appropriate nursing care.
- Responded promptly to any changes in a patient's condition such as increased pain or difficulty breathing.
- Provided direct patient care including administering medications, performing treatments, monitoring vital signs, dressing wounds and providing emotional support.
- Provided family members with education regarding the diagnosis of their loved one's illness and how best to provide supportive care at home.
- Delivered high-quality compassionate nursing care that was respectful of each patient's personal beliefs and preferences.
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Vision and Goal Subgroup Member
Hood College
Middletown, MD
02.2021 - 05.2022
- I was chosen for this position based off of academic success and collegiate experience.
- Met with committee members on monthly basis to review and develop a Vision Statement and provided ideas about how it could relate and fully encompass Hood College.
- Provided feedback on grammar and syntax about the Vision Statement that would be used for the university.
- Built relationships with other current Hood College students, alumni, education staff, and donors to adequately communicate about statement ideas.
Clinical Extern
Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant under the Clinical Extern experience in the Trauma-Ortho-Neuro Unit.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Sales Associate
Mountain Postal
Middletown, MD
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Participated in learning the package delivery system and adequately assisting customers with handling and shipping their packages.
Server
The Main Cup
Middletown, MD
03.2015 - 02.2020
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
- Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Documented food orders and ran items to guest tables in dining room.
- Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
- Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
Lifeguard
Hood College Athletics
Frederick, MD
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Kept watch over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
- Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
- Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
- Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School
Middletown, MD05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hood College
Frederick, MD05.2022
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified
- Ventilator management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Chronic Disease Management
- Student Precepting
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Wound Care
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Communication Skills
- Patient Safety
- Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
- Computer Skill
- Active listening
- Basic math
Accomplishments
Awards Received:
- Chair of the Board Scholarship
- MD Workforce Shortage Grant for Nursing Students
- The Honorable John H. and Donna Tisdale Scholarship for Nursing
- The Daisy Award for Nursing Students
- Daisy Award Nomination (x2)
- Nurse Preceptor of the Year Nomination
- Nurse Award of Excellence of the Year Nomination
Affiliations
- Reading and writing
- Hiking and Fishing
- Videogames
- Painting and Building
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardic Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Meritus Health
08.2022 - Current
Vision and Goal Subgroup Member
Hood College
02.2021 - 05.2022
Clinical Extern
Meritus Medical Center
12.2020 - 08.2021
Sales Associate
Mountain Postal
03.2020 - 01.2021
Lifeguard
Hood College Athletics
08.2018 - 01.2020
Server
The Main Cup
03.2015 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hood College
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