Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, medications, progress notes according to university standards.
Utilized evidence-based practices to ensure delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
Provided comprehensive nursing assessments, treatments, and interventions within scope of practice.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing health care operations including HIPPA guidelines.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, staff members, physicians, and other healthcare personnel.
Educated patients and families in health education and cerebrovascular disease prevention.
Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for further assistance.
ICU Nurse
SSM
Lake Saint Louis, MO
07.2023 - 08.2024
Identified potential complications associated with acute illness or injury and initiated appropriate interventions.
Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as intubations and chest tube placements. Performed frequent assessments on ventilated patients using both manual ventilation techniques as well as mechanical ventilators.
Participated in code blue and rapid response teams, providing timely and effective emergency care in critical situations.
Set up and monitored medical equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators, and alarms, oxygen delivery devices, transducers, and pressure lines.
Facilitated effective learning experiences for preceptees through critical thinking exercises.
Cardiac/Med-Surg Nurse
BJC Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2023
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Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Relief Charge Nurse on Med/Surg and Surgical.
Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and hospital policies and procedures during meetings with Magnet.
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Patient Care Technician/Monitor Technician
BJC (Memorial) Hospital
Belleville, Illinois
10.2020 - 03.2022
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Utilized computer systems for charting patient data.
Placed ECGs for observing, monitoring and documenting cardiac arrhythmias.
Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning, and ambulating of patients.
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