Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Admission Testing RN
Rose Medical Center, Denver
Denver, CO
02.2024 - Current
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while caring for patients undergoing pre-admission testing.
Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing potential risks associated with certain treatments or procedures prior to admission.
Provided education to patients and families regarding pre-admission testing procedures and post-operative care instructions.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members throughout the entire pre-admission process.
Facilitated communication between primary care providers and specialists in order obtain necessary information about a patient's past medical history prior to admission.
Evaluated laboratory results promptly upon receipt in order to make appropriate decisions regarding further diagnostic tests or treatments prior to admission.
Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
RN
Houston Methodist West Hospital
Houston
06.2011 - 12.2021
Provider of care in a Surgical ICU of 25 beds including but not limited to STEMI’s, post CABG, Stroke, DKA, CRRT, IABP, SEPSIS, manage IV sedation of patients on ventilators, titrate multiple drips including pressors
Staff nurse, ICU Preceptor, PACU nurse
Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
RN
North Cypress Medical Center
07.2005 - 11.2011
Provider of care for critically ill patients in an ICU setting, specializing in the following areas: CV-care for post CABG patients, MI’s, STEMI’s, post PTCA’s
Neurology-care of Craniotomy’s, Lumbar Drains, CVA’s, Head Injuries
Ortho- Spinal/Neck Injuries, Hip Replacements
Medical-Surgical- Post-Op Recovery, Sepsis, etc.
RN
Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital
06.2005 - 11.2007
Provider of care for 2-3 patients on a Medical/Surgical ICU
Skills include: Ventilators, administration of medications
Of critical care meds, post-op recovery, management of critical care IV drips, teaching of care, family support including end of life issues
LVN
Memorial Northwest Hospital
10.2002 - 05.2005
Provider of care for 5-6 patients on the Medical/Oncology/Pedi unit
Skills include: assessments, telemetry, post-op care, wound and stoma care, IV therapy and care of peripheral and central lines, phlebotomy, medication administration, chest tube management, G-tube/Peg-tube/ NG-tube care, delegation and leadership skills.
LVN
Herman Hospital
01.1999 - 12.1999
Provider of care for multiple patients on the General Medicine Unit
Skills include: assessments, telemetry, post-op care, wound and stoma care, IV therapy for peripheral and central lines, phlebotomy, medication admin., chest tube management.