Holly Francis
Lakewood Ranch ,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Suncoast Endoscopy Of Sarasota
09.2015 - Current
- Ensures that all patient paperwork is completed correctly for that patient reviewing concent forms, conducting a physical assessment, and addressing any questions or concerns the patient may have prior to their procedure.
- Ensures safety as the patients advocate during procedures while under anesthesia
- Positioning patients in procedure room for EGD's, Colonoscopies, and EUS's.
- Provide skilled nursing care from assessment to completion of procedure and collaborate with all personal in the room such as the physician, anesthesia, and assisting technician.
- Ensures that all tissue and lab specimens are labeled correctly and sent to the proper laboratory.
- Provide proper and complete documentation throughout the procedure with report to PACU nurse in recovery room.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Preoperative and PACU Registered Nurse
Riva Road Surgical Center
10.2011 - 08.2013
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
- Provide patients with intravenous access, vital signs, and any prep patient needed for specific surgery.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Pain Management Registered Nurse
KURE Pain Management
02.2009 - 09.2011
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Obtained proper concent for particular procedure and provided intravenous access.
- Obtain pre operative pain and physical assessment.
- Provide post operative care with discharge instructions.
Gastroentestinal Registered Nurse
Maryland General Hospital
02.1997 - 09.1999
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered IV sedation during EGD's and Colonoscopies and monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Assisted with PEG placement and PEG removal.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD12.1992
Skills
- Gastrostomy button management
- Mentoring new staff
- Infection control practices
- Specialized acute care knowledge
- IV therapy administration
- Prioritizing tasks
- Team leadership
- Personal care needs
- Procedure preparations
- Culturally sensitive
- Physical assessments
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Suncoast Endoscopy Of Sarasota
09.2015 - Current
Preoperative and PACU Registered Nurse
Riva Road Surgical Center
10.2011 - 08.2013
Pain Management Registered Nurse
KURE Pain Management
02.2009 - 09.2011
Gastroentestinal Registered Nurse
Maryland General Hospital
02.1997 - 09.1999
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Harford Community College
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