Experienced and adaptable Registered Nurse currently providing high-acuity, advanced care to patients on a progressive care unit. Looking to expand my nursing skills into mental health care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit
Roper St.Francis
08.2023 - Current
Managed patients requiring intermediate level care, including those with complex cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions.
Administered and titrated IV medications including insulin, antiarrhythmics, PCA pumps, heparin etc. as well as maintained advanced lines and drains.
Conducted focused and comprehensive physical assessments while implementing and evaluating individualized patient care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, respiratory therapists, PT/OT, and case managers to coordinate safe effective patient care and discharge planning.
Behavioral Health Technician
Valleywise Health
04.2020 - Current
Collaborated with registered nurses at a med/psych unit, assisting patients with activities of daily living and patient comfort.
Provided 1:1 care for patients with extreme risk for danger to self or others.
Responded to acute behavioral emergencies on the unit, often requiring Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) including hands on engagement and restraints.
Performed routine measurements on patients such as vitals, EKG monitoring, and blood sugar tests.
Utilized EPIC electronic health record system to document patients' activities of daily living, intake and output, as well as detailed behavioral notes to assist patients health team with providing optimal patient care.
Direct Support Provider
One Step Beyond Inc.
01.2018 - 07.2020
Cared for developmentally disabled adults by teaching various classes on life skills, basic math, English, reading, writing and many other extra curricular activities.
Distributed medications to clients when necessary.
Provided mentorship and emotional support to clients with various mental and physical disabilities
Utilized prevention and support, CPR, and first aid when necessary.