Joan Brennan
Marblehead,MA
Summary
Analytical and strategic [Job Title] with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Hardworking nursing professional bringing [Number]+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to [Type] patients. Knowledgeable about [Type] requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Enthusiastic Operating Room Nurse with a gentle personality and the drive to give exemplary care to patients of all ages. Poised professional proudly offering more than [Number] years' expertise assisting surgeons with procedures, which include [Type of Procedure] and [Type of Procedure]. Disciplined and personable Scrub Nurse with [Area of certification] certification and [Number] years of experience. Highly educated in asepsis standards and procedures. Known professionally for anticipating the needs of practitioners and monitor patients. Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse offering [Number] years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Well-qualified nurse with full [State] credentials and extensive experience in OB/GYN and pediatric office settings. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise. Well-educated Operating Room Nurse with a calm demeanor and a career spent aiding patients in surgical environments. Promoting attention to detail and offering a high level of energy. Skilled nursing professional with more than [Number] years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities. Dynamic [Job Title] bringing [Number] years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Exceptionally talented Medical Surgical Nurse experienced in managing care for patients with diverse illnesses and conditions. Promoting patient advocacy, effective decision-making skills, and passion for delivering compassionate care and support. Driven nursing professional experienced in primary care and licensed in [Location]. Compassionate, caring and comfortable working with people of all backgrounds. Assists with surgical procedures, restocking supplies and updating electronic health records. Multifaceted Medical Surgical Nurse experienced handling tasks associated with patient care. Adept at working in stressful hospital environments. Proactive Operating Room Nurse utilizing critical thinking and patient assessment skills in career spanning more than [Number] years. Bilingual and experienced in various clinical procedures. Determined Operating Room Nurse with experience caring for patients and supporting physicians during procedures. Patient-focused with background coordinating safe, effective care. Expert at maintaining poise while handling stressful situations. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Driven, hardworking and veteran [Type] Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing [Number]-year record of success in nursing and desiring [Job Title] position with [Type] facility.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
HARMORI MD
Boston, MA
01.2015 - Current
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Boston Centerless
Boston, MA
04.2006 - 11.2015
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
STAFF NURSE
Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary
Boston, MA
06.2002 - 04.2006
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
Staff Nurse
Boston Medical Center, Boston City Hospital
Boston, MA
12.1992 - 08.2001
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Political Science
Suffolk University
Boston, MA05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College
Boston, MA05.1994
Skills
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Compassionate and Caring
- Preventive Healthcare
- Accurate Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Patient Care Oversight
- Creative Problem Solving
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
HARMORI MD
01.2015 - Current
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Boston Centerless
04.2006 - 11.2015
STAFF NURSE
Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary
06.2002 - 04.2006
Staff Nurse
Boston Medical Center, Boston City Hospital
12.1992 - 08.2001
Master of Science - Political Science
Suffolk University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College