Motivated professional with strong work ethic and adaptability. Excels in independent roles, quickly mastering new skills and fostering effective communication. Committed to contributing to team success and supporting organizational objectives.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
University Of Cincinnati Medical Center
Cincinnati, Ohio
02.2025 - Current
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives that improved patient care standards and enhanced safety.
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, Nevada
06.2024 - 01.2025
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create and implement individualized treatment plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
Applied critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations and ensure timely interventions.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Contributed to quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient care standards.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
05.2023 - 01.2024
Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to medical team to facilitate timely interventions.
Assisted in patient assessments and collaborated on care plan development to address individual patient needs.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
Travel Nurse
Kaweah Health
Visalia, California
08.2022 - 11.2022
Delivered direct patient care across diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored interventions.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies, empowering them to manage their health effectively.
Recorded patient progress and interventions in electronic health record systems, ensuring accurate documentation and continuity of care.
Travel Nurse
Kaweah Health
Visalia, California
02.2022 - 06.2022
Delivered direct patient care in diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient outcomes across multiple departments.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring tailored patient support.
Instructed patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies, promoting adherence and improving health literacy.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health record systems efficiently.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols as needed.
Travel Nurse
The Christ Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
06.2021 - 02.2022
Delivered direct patient care in diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving patient outcomes.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies.
Recorded patient progress and interventions in electronic health records, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols.
Travel nurse/Covid Vaccinator
Clermont County Public Health
Batavia, Ohio
03.2021 - 05.2021
Delivered comprehensive patient care in diverse clinical settings.
Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
Followed infection control policies and procedures while performing patient care duties.
Educated patients on health management and preventive care, enhancing their understanding and engagement in personal health.
Managed multiple tasks in fast-paced environment, ensuring adherence to quality standards and optimizing patient care.
Participated in community health initiatives, promoting wellness awareness and increasing community participation in health programs.
Managed medical records and ensured compliance with health regulations.
Travel nurse
Banner DelWebb Hospital
Phoenix, Arizona
12.2020 - 03.2021
Administered patient care across diverse clinical settings, ensuring effective treatment and support for varying patient needs.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions regularly.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medication management, empowering them to make informed health decisions.
Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and communication.
Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety standards.
Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, enhancing nursing practices and patient care outcomes.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Travel Nurse
Watsonville Community Hospital
Watsonville, California
09.2020 - 11.2020
Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple departments.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies, fostering informed decision-making and adherence.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols as needed.
Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards in all nursing activities, promoting patient safety and quality care.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health record systems efficiently.
Provided patient support in orthopedic, telemetry, and medical surgical units, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
Travel Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
06.2020 - 08.2020
Delivered patient care in diverse clinical settings, adapting to specific needs across multiple departments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Informed patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols as needed.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, treatments plans, safety measures, medication usage and self-care techniques.
Worked in orthopedic and medical-surgical units providing patient care.
Travel nurse
Mercy Anderson Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
03.2020 - 06.2020
Administered patient care across diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient experience and outcomes.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions regularly.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medication management, promoting adherence and understanding.
Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety standards.
Leveraged strong assessment skills to identify and implement necessary patient care interventions.
ER Nurse
Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
09.2019 - 03.2020
Evaluated patient conditions in fast-paced emergency environment to prioritize care.
Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols.
Maintained infection control standards in emergency room settings.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and procedures.
Provided emotional support to patients during critical situations.
Sanitized, prepared, and assembled medical equipment, ensuring a ready work environment for physicians and emergency surgeons.
Staff nurse
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
02.2019 - 08.2019
Provided comprehensive direct patient care in surgical and medical units, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety.
Delivered specialized patient care in ortho and neuro-stroke unit, enhancing recovery outcomes.
Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Administered medications according to hospital protocols and patient needs.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to physicians promptly.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient treatment plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Travel Nurse
Alta Bates Hospital
Berkeley, California
11.2018 - 02.2019
Delivered nursing care to patients in multiple departments across the facility.
Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple departments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies to promote understanding and adherence.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health record systems efficiently.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols as needed.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Utilized strong assessment skills to identify and implement appropriate patient care interventions.
Travel Nurse
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
Visalia, California
07.2018 - 10.2018
Worked in orthopedic and medical-surgical telemetry units.
Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple departments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health record systems efficiently.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols as needed.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
Travel Nurse
University Hospital and Medical Center
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2018 - 07.2018
Delivered direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions, ensuring tailored interventions.
Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple departments.
Collaborated with ortho trauma and telemetry units to improve patient care delivery.
Assisted trauma, ENT, and medical surgical teams in optimizing patient treatment outcomes.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health record systems efficiently.
Followed infection control policies and procedures during patient care duties.
Travel Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
Modesto, California
11.2017 - 03.2018
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple departments.
Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, implementing critical care protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records, enhancing continuity of care.
Applied strong assessment skills to identify and address patient care needs effectively.
Registered Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, Nevada
02.2014 - 06.2015
Provided direct patient care in various departments throughout the hospital.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to create comprehensive care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care processes.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse- Home care
Care Connection of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
01.2010 - 01.2014
Provided direct patient care in homes and nursing facilities
Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to create comprehensive care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care processes.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
07.1999 - 01.2014
Provided direct patient care in various departments throughout the hospital.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Assisted in emergency situations by performing life-saving techniques promptly.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care processes.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Patient Care Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
03.1993 - 07.1999
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Assisted patients with daily activities, including bathing and dressing.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide comfort.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
EKG Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
05.1991 - 03.1993
Monitored patient heart rhythms using EKG equipment.
Prepared patients for EKG tests by explaining procedures.
Operated and maintained EKG machines to ensure accurate readings.
Collaborated with healthcare team to interpret EKG results.
Performed EKG tests on patients of all ages, including neonatal and geriatric.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Healthcare Leadership Systems
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
04-2026
MSN - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL
08-2023
BSN -
College of Mt. St. Joseph
Cincinnati, Ohio
08-2006
Diploma -
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Applied Science
Cincinnati, Ohio
05-1999
Skills
Patient care
Direct patient care
Medication administration
Infection control
Electronic health records
Patient management
Patient discharging
Clinical judgment
Physical assessments
Quality improvement
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Certification
• BLS -02/24/2025-02/20/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
University Of Cincinnati Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Hospital Medical Center
05.2023 - 01.2024
Travel Nurse
Kaweah Health
08.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Nurse
Kaweah Health
02.2022 - 06.2022
Travel Nurse
The Christ Hospital
06.2021 - 02.2022
Travel nurse/Covid Vaccinator
Clermont County Public Health
03.2021 - 05.2021
Travel nurse
Banner DelWebb Hospital
12.2020 - 03.2021
Travel Nurse
Watsonville Community Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
Travel Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2020
Travel nurse
Mercy Anderson Hospital
03.2020 - 06.2020
ER Nurse
Bethesda North Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2020
Staff nurse
Sunrise Hospital
02.2019 - 08.2019
Travel Nurse
Alta Bates Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2019
Travel Nurse
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
07.2018 - 10.2018
Travel Nurse
University Hospital and Medical Center
04.2018 - 07.2018
Travel Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
11.2017 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
02.2014 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse- Home care
Care Connection of Cincinnati
01.2010 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
07.1999 - 01.2014
Patient Care Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital
03.1993 - 07.1999
EKG Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital
05.1991 - 03.1993
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Healthcare Leadership Systems
Chamberlain University
MSN - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
BSN -
College of Mt. St. Joseph
Diploma -
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Applied Science