Communicative Nurses Extern with three years of hands-on experience assisting with nursing procedures. Well-versed in collecting vital signs, conducting head-to-toe assessments and performing procedures and treatments under direction of RN. Committed to maintaining safe environment geared towards patients' needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
Baptist Hospital Of Southeast Texas
Beaumont, TX
06.2021 - 05.2022
Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members.
Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Collected, labeled and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing.
Assessed patients and assisted in devising treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
Applied clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages to protect patient wounds and prevent infections.
Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or signs of trauma.
Utilized wheelchairs and hospital beds to transfer patients from room to X-ray or lab.
Administered peritoneal dialysis as well as IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular medications.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Service/Bartender Supervisor
Madisons
Beaumont, TX
08.2020 - 08.2021
Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Established rules for ejecting problem customers from bar to reduce liability and maintain pleasant environment.
Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
Scheduled parties, banquets or sporting events and allocated optimal staff and resources to properly execute.
Completed accurate inventory records to thwart malicious activities and maintain organized and profitable establishment.
Created balanced shift schedules to keep bar reasonably staffed during peak periods and maximize earnings for bartenders.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Managed cash and bar revenue during special promotions or sporting events.
Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
Decreased waste, following strict recipes and drink measurement protocol.
Conducted regular inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets and increased sales and profits.
Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks and scouted and auditioned performers for various special events.
Maintained relationships with restaurant vendors to facilitate effective inventory management and implement cost controls.
Implemented drink prep procedures that significantly reduced wasted stock.
Orchestrated numerous private parties, business meetings and formal engagements.
Improved and applied social media marketing strategies to increase patronage.
Generated higher ticket averages by training employees on suggestive up-selling techniques.
Increased bar revenue through development and marketing of featured cocktails.
Developed drink menu with creative cocktails, contemporary wines and craft beers.
Assistant Manager
Marie's Old Fashion Burgers
Fannet, Texas
05.2017 - 04.2020
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.
Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
Mentored sales team in applying effective sales techniques and delivering top-notch customer service.
Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements, and evaluate progress toward goals.
Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
Planned team-building exercises to increase employee performance and job satisfaction.
Increased sales revenues by promoting complementary products and educating customers about store promotions.
Achieved recognition for contribution to store success by optimizing sales.
Increased sales by driving operational efficiencies and building excellent customer rapport.
Created organization systems for inventory control, merchandising, financial reports and schedules, dramatically increasing operational efficiency.
Reviewed sales and gross profit reports to determine options for increasing market growth.
Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.
Directed merchandising, promotion and brand loyalty efforts for business segment with greatest sales volume.
Reduced corporate costs by developing and implementing improved merchandising, receiving and maintenance procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamshire-Fannett High School
Hamshire, TX
05.2021
Skills
Patient Care Assessment
Performing Urinalysis
Accurate Documentation
Patient Examination
Diet and Nutrition
Monitoring Vital Signs
Nursing Consultation
Installation Point Access
Treatment Preparation
Medical Recordkeeping
Specimen Preparation
Medical Supply Management
Preventive Healthcare
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Clear Patient Communication
Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin
Patient Condition Monitoring
Height and Weight Measurement
Compassionate and Caring
Supporting Daily Living Needs
Medical Procedure Preparation
Bed Transfers
Suture Removal
Nurse Collaboration
Diagnostic Software
Healthcare Personnel Supervision
Healthcare Program Planning
Infection Control Procedures
Nursing Performance Assessment
Unit Oversight
Routine Examinations
First Aid
Treatment Plan Modification
Certification
BLS-Basic Life Support
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Baptist Hospital Of Southeast Texas
06.2021 - 05.2022
Service/Bartender Supervisor
Madisons
08.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Manager
Marie's Old Fashion Burgers
05.2017 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Hamshire-Fannett High School
BLS-Basic Life Support
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