Garrett Cooksey
Newberg,OR
Summary
Professional nurse prepared for leadership role. Skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and staff management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results with reliability and adaptability.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Vincent
Portland, OR
2021 - Current
- Assisted with triage processes, prioritizing patient care based on urgency and severity.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety in high-stakes environment.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland, OR
2019 - 2021
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
Medical Technician
Providence Employee Clinic, Providence Occupational Medicine, Providence Bridgeport Immediate Care
Portland, OR
2014 - 2019
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Operated medical diagnostic equipment ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline patient care processes.
- Assisted in the management of patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Assisted in patient intake, gathering medical history and vital signs.
- Provided support to physicians during examinations and procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication administration, improving understanding of care.
Limited X-ray Technician
Portland Urgent Care
Portland, OR
2012 - 2014
- Operated X-ray equipment to capture diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of medical supplies and imaging equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to discuss imaging results and patient care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University
Portland, OR12-2019
Skills
- Relief Charge Nurse
- Critical thinking
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Medication administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient safety
- Behavioral health care
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Vincent
2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Portland Medical Center
2019 - 2021
Medical Technician
Providence Employee Clinic, Providence Occupational Medicine, Providence Bridgeport Immediate Care
2014 - 2019
Limited X-ray Technician
Portland Urgent Care
2012 - 2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University