Glenda McGraw
Registered Nurse
Chuluota,Florida
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Driven Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience caring for patients within ICU setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Dedicated and well-qualified ICU RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 17+ year record in field. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Advent Health
Altamonte Springs, FL
02.2022 - Current
- Set up care plans, educate patients on their diagnosis and need to maintain healthy protocols to receive the best outcome
- I start and maintain IV access, draw labs to trace patients response to therapy and maintain a relationship between the MD and patient.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Registered Nurse
Jeff Krantz
Honolulu, HI
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Orlando
FL
12.2018 - 06.2021
- I took time off from my travel nurse position to care for my father in his struggle with debilitating cancer
- I was able to bring my dad home to fight for a dignified, family surrounded end of his life
- I am so thankful for the education I earned caring for ICU patients as a registered nurse to assist me in caring for my hero.
RN
Trustaff Travel Agency
Cincinnati, OH
06.2012 - 12.2018
- RN ICU/TRAUMA unit duties, I hang and monitor life sustaining drips, monitor CVP, Art lines, central lines etc
- Verify orders as they come in and follow them or have them clarified if needed
- Care for pt's in their worst state updating MD's on progress and changes as necessary
- Collect and monitor labs, assist MD with bedside procedures
- Document findings, assessments, follow protocol's set by hospital, maintain HIPPA a all times
- I have traveled to many hospitals, floated to several departments and love the experience each new assignment has brought to me, I can't imagine my life not doing this work.
RN
Elite Medical Staffing
Altamounte, Fl
12.2009 - 12.2012
- I work Mon-Wed for Elite Staffing which sends me out to Dr Phillips hospital to work PICU, PCU, Med/Surg, ICU
- My responsibilities include, admitting and discharging pt's
- Assessing pt's from head to toe every shift, documenting findings, passing medications ordered by MD, passing any PRN meds ordered, monitoring vital signs, labs, pain
- Prepare pt for any testing/surgery they may be scheduled for in the AM
- Report any changes to appropriate MD, give report to RN taking over pt at change of shift.
RN
Nightingale Nurses
Boca Raton, FL
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Travel position in Clewiston, Florida At small County hospital
- CCU position accepted with float to ER possibilities
- I worked 3-4 shifts in CCU, the rest were in the ER
- I was responsible for admitting and discharging pt's
- Assessing pt's from head to toe every shift, documenting findings, passing medications ordered by MD, passing any PRN meds ordered, monitoring vital signs, labs, pain, trachs
- Prepare pt for any testing/surgery they may be scheduled for in the AM
- Report any changes to appropriate MD, give report to RN taking over pt at change of shift
- Most of my time in Clewiston was in the ER, I was expected to do Triage, inform MD of pt condition and status of emergency, start IV, start fluids, check orders off the computer, deliver meds, assist MD in procedures, admit pt's, discharge pt's or transfer pt's to larger facility
- I am not a ER RN so this was quite the experience for me, I learned a lot and found that I handled crisis better than I had given myself credit for.
RN
Florida Hospital
Orlando, FL
12.2007 - 12.2009
- I worked SPCU with a 5-6 pt's assigned to each RN
- Admitting and discharging pt's
- Assessing pt's from head to toe every shift, documenting findings, passing medications ordered by MD, passing any PRN meds ordered, monitoring vital signs, labs, pain
- Prepare pt for any testing/surgery they may be scheduled for in the AM, starting IV's, TPN, PCA's
- Report any changes to appropriate MD, give report to RN taking over pt at change of shift.
Education
Associate in Nursing -
Valencia College
05.2007
Skills
- ICU Experience (10 years)
- Animal Care (4 years)
- EMR Systems (10 years)
- Alzheimer's Care
- Nursing (10 years)
- Critical Care Experience (10 years)
- Medication Administration (10 years)
- Spectrophotometer (10 years)
- Laboratory Experience (7 years)
- Vital Signs (10 years)
- Dementia Care (10 years)
- Triage (2 years)
- Hospital Experience (10 years)
- Patient Care (10 years)
- Caregiving (10 years)
- Phlebotomy (10 years)
- Medical Records
- Epic (2 years)
- Medical Imaging
- Anatomy Knowledge (10 years)
- Hospice Care
- Experience Administering Injections (10 years)
- Venipuncture (10 years)
- Case Management
- Fundraising
- Home Care
- Cerner
Certification
- ACLS, 03/01/25
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, 03/01/25
- RN, 04/30/25, FL
- RN, 12/01/21, CA
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Assessments
- Electronic Medical Records Knowledge, Highly Proficient, 06/01/19
- Medical terminology, Proficient, 06/01/19
Personal Information
Relocation: Anywhere
Languages
English - Expert
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Advent Health
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Jeff Krantz
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse (RN)
Orlando
12.2018 - 06.2021
RN
Trustaff Travel Agency
06.2012 - 12.2018
RN
Nightingale Nurses
03.2012 - 06.2012
RN
Elite Medical Staffing
12.2009 - 12.2012
RN
Florida Hospital
12.2007 - 12.2009
Associate in Nursing -
Valencia College
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