Holly Rich BSN
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Hardworking, passionate, team-oriented RN with attention to detail and a positive attitude with 14 years of emergency nursing experience, complemented by a strong surgical background. Two years as a circulator RN in ambulatory surgery. Seeking a full-time RN staff position as a member of a dedicated and skilled professional medical team. Committed to providing compassionate and safe medical care while utilizing strong interpersonal,communication and critical thinking skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center
01.2009 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing team to quickly assess and treat patients during rapidly changing medical conditions.
- Delivered emergent IV medication to control life threatening symptoms during emergent resuscitation as code team member.
- Reduced door to balloon, door to needle time for acutely ill patients.
- Effectively followed strict medical guidelines and hospital protocols while complying with HIPAA laws and JCAHO regulations.
- Start and manage intravenous lines for fluid administration and medication delivery.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Managed 20-25 calls during 12 hour shift effectively communicating critical abnormal lab results and diagnostic findings in order for patient to receive necessary or immediate care. immediate or necessary ongoing tests care and results emergency patient
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
06.1999 - 01.2009
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations with clear concise communication.
- Triage nurse prioritized, assessed acutely ill patients with expedience and vital communication resulting in reduced door-to-doc, door-to-balloon, and door-to-needle times.
- History and nurse assessment .
- Verbal and telephone doctor to nurse orders with immediate efficient administration followed by proper documentation in EMR.
- IV placement , blood sample, EKG and intravenous medication administration per doctors orders.
- Implemented standing orders to expedite medical decision-making reducing patient admission times.
RN Circulator
Piper Surgery Center
04.2000 - 09.2001
- Identified patient, verified surgical site, surgical procedure and proper consent with patient prior to transfer to surgery suite..
- Perform time-out with surgeon, anesthesiologist and entire surgical team, facilitated collaborative communication throughout procedures.
- Prepared, safely transferred, properly positioned and prepped surgical patients maintaining proper sterile and aseptic technique.
- Managed sterile and unsterile environment while assisting entire medical team.
- Patient advocate, closely monitored, safeguard patient's rights and safety while documenting all necessary information on surgical chart.
- Clear ,effective, time-oriented communication, attentive listening during the entire intraoperative phase.
- Communicated and collaborated with pre-operative and post-operative nursing staff for smooth, safe transitions providing a secure positive patient experience.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
11.1998 - 06.1999
- Trauma assessment, critical care interventions monitor and evaluate patient progress and act accordingly under emergent situations.
- Advanced airway management, intubation, resuscitation
- Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Member of the level one trauma team
- IV drug, blood and fluid resuscitation therapy management critically injured with vital organ dysfunction.
- 1:2 RN to critical vented trauma patients.
- Closely monitoring EKGs, lab results, and vital signs
- Providing ventilator care and managing drips of vasoactive IV medications
- Assist placement and manage invasive arterial, central and picc lines.
Identifying changes in patient status and notifying the treatment team
New Grad RN Critical Care ICU Program
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
06.1998 - 11.1998
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions in critically ill intubated patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management and IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, plan of care, and desired outcomes.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
08.1992 - 08.1997
- Gather and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Anticipated surgeons needed and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1998
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Observational
- Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Thinking face pace environment
- IV insertion, blood draw and sample collection
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Vital signs and condition monitoring
- IV Medication administration
- Attention to detail
- Preparing patient's for medical procedures
- Wound Care
- Compassion
- Maintaining sterile environment
- EMR
Certification
- Licensure AZ RN103352
License Status- Active
- American Heart Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) January 2024
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) August 2024
- MedStar Academy RN Refresher Hybrid Course
122hr theory and skills
160hr RN Clinical Preceptorship- Tempe,AZ
Tempe Post Acute 4/4 -5/4/2024
RN Preceptorships
- MedStar Medical Surgical RN Preceptorship - Tempe,AZ - April 2024-May 2024
Clinical location- Tempe Post Acute
160 hours RN Clinical post 122 hours of skills and theory
- Senior Student RN Surgical Nurse Preceptorship - Phoenix, AZ - June 1997-August 1997
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
Main Surgery Department
40hr/week for 12 weeks
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center
01.2009 - 08.2013
RN Circulator
Piper Surgery Center
04.2000 - 09.2001
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
06.1999 - 01.2009
Trauma ICU Nurse
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
11.1998 - 06.1999
New Grad RN Critical Care ICU Program
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
06.1998 - 11.1998
Certified Surgical Technologist
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
08.1992 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
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