Joy Olson

Medical-Surgical Progressive Care: E4000

• Conducted thorough head-to-toe patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Managed lines such as: Keofeeds, Nasogastric tubes, Orogastric tubes, Tracheostomies, laryngectomy tubes, chest tubes, PEG tubes (G and J), Jackson-Pratt drains, Urostomy/Nephrostomy tubes, Foley Catheters, Rectal Tubes and Pouches.
• Provided excellent care to Post-Op patients of Bariatric surgeries, Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS), Wound Incision and Drainage surgeries, Ivor-Lewis Esophagectomy, and Whipple procedures
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels whether Progressive Care appropriate, Medical-Surgical, or ICU worthy.
• Educated patients and family members on procedures Pre and Post Operatively.

Student Nurse in Critical Care Float Pool: PB2000 Med/Surg ICU, H4200 CVICU, H6200 Neuro ICU

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
• Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
• Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing preceptors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.

Student Nurse In Orthopedics H7200

• Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
• Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
• Consistently provided emotional support for patients experiencing stress or anxiety related to their medical conditions or treatment plans.