Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, excelling in critical care and patient education. Demonstrated strong critical thinking and adaptability while managing complex cases and providing comfort in hospice settings. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
06.1994 - Current
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse
Vita's Hospice
03.1999 - 04.2020
Cared for patients with terminal illness
Provided patient comfort care, administered pain medications, breathing treatments.
Communicated with patient and families regarding plan of care.