Joy Savius
Deltona,Florida
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU Registered Nurse
Blue Springs Surgery Center
Orange City, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Mentored new PACU nurses, sharing best practices for efficient patient turnover and discharge processes.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Adventist Health System
Orlando, FL
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Registered Nurse
Village On The Green Apartments
Longwood, FL
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Monitored and evaluated client progress compared to measurable treatment and care plan goals.
- Tracked patient or client care and followed through to provide service effectiveness.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Halifax Health Medical Center of Deltona
Deltona, FL
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village On The Green Apartments
Longwood, FL
07.2014 - 12.2019
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL12.2019
Skills
- Issue Assessment and Monitoring
- Pain Management
- IV Setup
- Emergency Interventions
- Electronic Charting
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Problem-Solving
- Emotional Support
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 1/2024 - 1/2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification 1/2024 - 1/2026
Timeline
PACU Registered Nurse
Blue Springs Surgery Center
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
Adventist Health System
07.2021 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Village On The Green Apartments
01.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Halifax Health Medical Center of Deltona
01.2020 - 07.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village On The Green Apartments
07.2014 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida