Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St Bernadine Medical Center
San Bernardino, CA
06.2019 - Current
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Behavioral Medicine Center
Redlands, CA
03.2018 - 06.2019
Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
Administered medications according to physician orders.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Citrus Nursing Center
Fontana, CA
08.2017 - 03.2018
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
LVN Charge Nurse
Country Villa Hacienda
San Bernardino, CA
07.2011 - 01.2014
Administered medications according to physician orders and monitored patient response.
Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
Participated in regular meetings with interdisciplinary teams to discuss best practices for improving clinical outcomes.
Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.