Versatile Registered Nurse with over 3 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in SICU, CCU, MICU, IMC, Step-down and MS Tele units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Organized, knowledgeable and successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with the healthcare team to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
AMN Healthcare
Manteca, CA
01.2024 - Current
Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
Primarily in Manteca, but would float to sister hospital in Modesto.
Float to various units within the hospital, such as MS and Tele.
Internal Travel Registered Nurse
SCL Health System
Denver, CO
09.2022 - 01.2024
Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
Developed nursing care plans based on individual needs of each patient.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results for diagnosis.
Primarily ICU, but would float to other units within the hospital, such as IMC, MS, and Tele.
Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany, GA
05.2021 - 09.2022
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Technician, Brewing
Molson Coors Brewing
Albany, GA
11.2008 - 06.2021
Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
Managed workflow and productivity of lower-level technicians to keep projects on task.
Delivered on-the-job training and development initiatives to new hires and contractors.
Troubleshot systems and equipment and ran tests to make effective recommendations.
Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
Operated various diagnostic tools to determine repair plans.
Technician
Procter & Gamble Co
Albany, GA
01.2005 - 11.2008
Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
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