Dedicated, compassionate nurse with 15+ years working in direct patient care and discharge coordination. Service-orientated with an organized and proactive nature. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Superior accuracy in patient history, charting, care plans, and other documentation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Surgicare Of Wichita
2818 N. Greenwich Wichita, KS 67226
06.2022 - Current
Conduct pre-op phone call to upcoming patients, providing check-in times, medications to take day of surgery, as well as a brief overview of surgery stay.
Ensure medical clearance is obtained from primary care physicians
Obtain and review patients complete medical history including, allergies, medications, and previous surgeries.
Preform physical assessment to evaluate patients readiness for surgery.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
Ensure surgery consents and anesthesia forms are signed correctly and visible on chart.
Initiate IV lines and administer fluids and pre-operative medications as ordered by physician.
Advocate for patient and family addressing questions or concerns prior to surgery.
Nurse Care Coordinator
Kansas Heart Hospital
3601 N. Webb Rd. Wichita, KS 67226
12.2015 - 12.2022
Coordinated patient care plans, ensuring alignment with treatment goals and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
Educated patients on treatment options, medication regimens, as well as strategies to promote treatment compliance.
Arranged for essential services and equipment such as home health care, physical therapy, or medical equipment-wheelchairs/oxygen, and transportation upon discharge.
Promoted positive behavioral changes to facilitate wellness and medication compliance.
Ensured open and productive communication between patients and treatment providers.
Served as a support roll for patient and family members to understand hospitalization and need for additional services.
Conduct follow-up phone calls to patients after discharge to address questions or concerns allowing for smooth transition.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Ascension Via Christi
929 Saint Francis Wichita, KS 67214
12.2006 - 07.2016
Continuously assessed and monitored patients hemodynamic status and cardiac rhythm using specialized equipment.
Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses to support cardiac function.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for critically ill patients.
Documented patient assessments, interventions, and care plans in electronic health record.
Reported abnormal findings to care team.
Educated patient and families on patients conditions, ensuring understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
Responded to hospital codes and rapid response team.
Frequently acted as relief Charge nurse and preceptor to students and new staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
01-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders And Science
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
05-2004
High School Diploma -
Goddard High School
Goddard, KS
05-1999
Skills
Life Support BLS, ACLS, and PALS
Strong clinical knowledge and judgement
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work closely and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Experience using Electronic Health Records to manage patient data
Empathy and compassion to patients and family members
Meticulous organization and time management
Leadership and professionalism
Timeline
Nurse
Surgicare Of Wichita
06.2022 - Current
Nurse Care Coordinator
Kansas Heart Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2022
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Ascension Via Christi
12.2006 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders And Science
PStaff Registered Nurse/Triage Nurse/Charge Nurse/p at Adventist Health Delano Regional Medical Center, Emergency DepartmentPStaff Registered Nurse/Triage Nurse/Charge Nurse/p at Adventist Health Delano Regional Medical Center, Emergency Department