Dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong background in PACU, telemetry, and convalescent care. Known for accurate patient assessments, safe medication administration, and effective IV support. Committed to patient safety, infection control, and smooth handoffs that support recovery and quality care.
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
3 Years 4 Months
BUMC | 07.2023 - Current
Supported post-anesthesia recovery by checking airway stability, pain level, and neurologic status.
Monitored vital signs and reported complications that needed immediate intervention and escalation.
Administered prescribed medications, including analgesics and antiemetics, following safe perioperative protocols.
Worked with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and perioperative teams to support smooth patient recovery.
Educated patients and families on post-procedure expectations, recovery instructions, and safety precautions.
Prepared patients for transfer by verifying stability, discharge readiness, and handoff communication.
Supported infection control, patient safety, and sterile technique throughout PACU workflow.
Evaluated patient pain, nausea, difficulty breathing and fear and agitation in recovery room and employed various nursing interventions to manage vulnerabilities.
Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information.
Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit by participating in audits, reviewing policies and procedures, and making recommendations for change when necessary.
Supported colleagues during high-stress situations through open communication channels that foster teamwork dynamics conducive towards an efficient working environment.
Coordinated unit patient flow, balancing admissions, transfers, and discharges to maintain safe staffing.
Assigned nursing resources based on acuity, workload, and clinical priorities.
Led PACU workflow, prioritizing patient flow and recovery room assignments.
Coordinated nursing assignments to support safe, efficient post-anesthesia care.
Mentored nursing staff on PACU protocols, recovery standards, and charge responsibilities.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
3 Years 4 Months
Los Angeles Community Hospital | 03.2019 - 07.2022
Monitored cardiac rhythms and responded promptly to telemetry alarms and arrhythmia changes.
Assessed patients continuously, documenting vital signs, symptoms, and clinical status accurately.
Administered prescribed medications while verifying safety, dosage, and patient identification.
Collaborated with physicians and care team to adjust treatment plans based on patient condition.
Initiated rapid interventions for chest pain, abnormal rhythms, and acute deterioration.
Educated patients and families on telemetry monitoring, medications, and discharge instructions.
Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
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