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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nure
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, CA
03.2023 - Current
RN at Urgent Care (was a travel RN in the ED prior to signing on as core)
Operate in the Lead (charge) RN role.
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.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
12.2019 - Current
Facilities worked in: Valley Children's PICU, Johns Hopkins PICU, University of Maryland ED, Rady Children's ED, CHLA ED
Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect employees and patients.
Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Riley Hospital for Children
Indianapolis, IN
10.2017 - 12.2020
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
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.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Healthcare Authorization Specialist II at Rady Children's Hospital Of San DiegoHealthcare Authorization Specialist II at Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego