Compassionate Triage Nurse known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response management. Excel in communication, empathy, and decision-making to provide exceptional care under pressure. Ready to leverage these abilities to improve patient outcomes and support team objectives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Triage Nurse
Southern Crescent Women's Healthcare
Fayetteville, GA
10.2020 - 07.2024
Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
NEWNAN, GA
10.2018 - 10.2020
Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
RN
Tanner Medical Center
Carrollton, GA
03.2011 - 10.2018
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.