Experienced compassionate nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Orthopedic/MedSurg
Advent Health Winter Park
Winter Park, FL
2023.11 - Current
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Educate patients on health maintenance, disease prevention and disease processes.
Acute Care Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
2022.02 - 2023.11
Travel Nurse to permanent employee, Acute care nurse for Level 1 trauma hospital located in Orlando Florida
Medical surgical rehab, TBI, DOC Care, Stroke recovery, Orthopedic, Poly Trauma, medical care, telemetry
Additionally, twelve weeks of solid wound care.
RN Supervisor
Loretto-Nottingham RHCF
Jamesville, New York
2021.01 - 2021.07
Maintained nursing operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures
Supervises the clinical care planning and delivery processes to ensure the coordination of quality patient care
Reviews and updates the care plan accordingly
Maintained a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods.
Communicates effectively with the client/resident, family and interdisciplinary team and train staff members to communicate effectively as well
Delivers education and instruction to residents, clients, families, and caregivers and staff.
Home Care R.N. Case Manager
Loretto -PACE CNY
North Syracuse, New York
2018.09 - 2020.07
UAS assessment nurse, hospital resumptions, start of care assessments, acute illness assessments, wound assessments, Skilled at providing continued care and appropriate medical interventions for patients with multiple complicated comorbidities.
Performed physical assessments of patients in order to identify health problems or risks and developed individualized plans of care.
Coordinated services with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity in patient care.
Instructed family members on proper caring techniques for their loved ones at home.
Elementary School Nurse
Morrisville-Eaton Central School District
Morrisville, New York
2015.07 - 2018.06
Conduct mandated health care screenings at an elementary school with 327 students and ensure follow-up where required
Head Start program- 5th grade
Medication management-first aid and emergency medical interventions for acute illness
Collaborated with outside government and non-government agencies for student and family advocacy
Gather data and process reports for the New York Department of Health
Employee and student safety committee, grounds, buildings, and classrooms, emergency management planning and coordination
Weekly interdisciplinary team member for student academic interventions, bridging the gap with medical diagnoses and academic concerns.
R.N. Case Manager-Home Care
Hospice and Palliative Care
New Hartford, New York
2013.02 - 2014.01
Managed 13-14 terminally ill patients weekly, Organized, and scheduled patient care with team members based on client needs and goals
Monitored patient reactions to medications and collaborated with medical providers on adjustments needed to improve quality of life
Assessed and advocated for patients with chronic and acute health problems such as hepatic/renal failure, MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD, and pneumonia.
Primary Medical Surgical Unit
Rome Memorial Hospital
Rome, New York
2011.09 - 2013.02
234 bed community hospital pediatric -Med surg with weekly outpatient same day surgery procedure nurse, pre surgery prep to discharge
Ratio 1:3 for routine medical illness and acute injury requiring surgical interventions
PALS certified
Adult Medical surgical- Ratio 1:5, Trachs, acute, GI Med surge, Whipple’s, orthopedic, COPD, Pneumonia, Oncology
Chronic patient care in medical surgical unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication administration/reconciliation, wound care
Conducted primary care for post-operative patients’ admission through discharge
Developed patient centered care plans, providing patient and family education members on disease pathways and symptom management.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Roberts Wesleyan College
01.2023
Associate of Applied Science, Nursing -
Morrisville State University of New York
01.2010
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Compassion and Empathy
Chronic Disease Management
Ethical care and documentation
Acute care, with strong clinical judgment
Hospice philosophy and understanding
Thorough physical assessment, with appropriate and timely interventions.
Organizations
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing 2023
Florida Nurses Association 2023
American Nurses Association 2023
Association of Rehabilitation Nurses February 2022- present
Timeline
RN Orthopedic/MedSurg
Advent Health Winter Park
2023.11 - Current
Acute Care Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
2022.02 - 2023.11
RN Supervisor
Loretto-Nottingham RHCF
2021.01 - 2021.07
Home Care R.N. Case Manager
Loretto -PACE CNY
2018.09 - 2020.07
Elementary School Nurse
Morrisville-Eaton Central School District
2015.07 - 2018.06
R.N. Case Manager-Home Care
Hospice and Palliative Care
2013.02 - 2014.01
Primary Medical Surgical Unit
Rome Memorial Hospital
2011.09 - 2013.02
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Roberts Wesleyan College
Associate of Applied Science, Nursing -
Morrisville State University of New York
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