Dedicated and compassionate nurse with proven ability to provide patient care in fast-paced environment. Calm and level-headed when handling high-stress situations. Uses strong communication skills and humor to develop professional relationships with patients and families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Charge Registered Nurse ICU
Parrish Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections and falls among patients.
Enhanced continuity of care during shift handovers by standardizing report procedures among nurses.
Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans addressing each patient's unique needs and goals.
Participated in hospital-wide committees to advocate for nursing staff and share best practices with colleagues from other departments.
Mentored junior staff members and provided ongoing professional development opportunities for the entire nursing team.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork, open communication, and strong leadership skills.
Coordinated daily shift assignments to ensure adequate staffing levels for optimal patient care delivery.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
RN Network, Health First Holmes Regional Medical
10.2021 - 12.2022
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Relief Charge Registered Nurse, ICU
Parrish Medical Center
08.2013 - 10.2021
Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient's status ensuring continuity of care.
Per Diem Registered Nurse
Titusville Center For Surgical Excellence
02.2015 - 02.2017
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Certified Dental Assistant
Todd Denson DMD
05.1999 - 08.2013
Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment, Action and Action.
Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.