Experienced Hospice Nurse with background in home and institutional care. Works gently with patients and family to provide comfort and palliative care. Supports family with extensive resources and information concerning end-of-life events and expectations. Maintains round-the-clock availability to patients and families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Interim Home Health And Hospice
San Diego, CA
06.2021 - Current
Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
Bartender
Gideon Putnam Resort
Saratoga Springs, NY
11.2018 - 11.2020
Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Veterans Service Representative
San Diego City College
San Diego, United States
06.2017 - 06.2018
Assisted veterans and dependents in preparing forms and documents to present claims for benefits.
Reviewed and requested medical records, military personnel records and service verification records to determine eligibility status.
Conducted in-person and telephone interviews with veterans and advocates to explain benefits and related programs.
Fire Controlman
United States Navy, USN
Norfolk, VA.
02.2014 - 05.2016
Trouble shot, identified, and corrected critical casualties in high stress situations.
Expertly maintained and operated NATO Sea Sparrow Missile System (NSSM) onboardthe aircraft carrier Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Promoted unit efficiency by conducting training seminars to educate subordinate personnel on effective equipment maintenance and troubleshooting methods.