Karen McDowell
Loxahatchee,FL
Summary
Highly competent, dedicated, compassionate, patient-focused, Labor and Delivery Nurse with 22 years experience. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Consistently coordinates with other healthcare team members to advance patient outcomes by providing comprehensive patient care care efficiently, and expertly. Team-oriented, self motivated and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge. Possesses clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Consistently provides superior care to patients, helping to maintaining comfort during labor process. Continually monitors and assesses vitals, fetal oxygenation status and labor progress to ensure a safe and healthy outcome. Exemplify ability to build rapport and trust with patients and families from diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes during one of life's most altering experiences. Considered to be well respected as team player who assists others, collaborates with physicians and other members of care teams, and goes out of the way to improve patient care in order to improve care in all situations, thereby improving birth experience for patients and their loved ones.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN
[Prime Time Healthcare] Clovis Community
11.2023 - Current
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Travel RN
[Medical Solutions]SJRMC Dignity Health
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Floated to NICU to care for feeder growers.
- Triage and access pts in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
RN Travel Nurse
[CareRev Perdiem Staffing] Broward Health
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Travel Nurse
[AMN]Clovis Community Medical Center
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Assist with epidural placement
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to provide more informed support for their loved ones during recovery periods.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely nursing care to diverse populations.
- Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED implementing MFTI system
RN Travel Nurse
[PRN Healthcare ]Broward Health Medical Center
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Triage and access pts in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to provide more informed support for their loved ones during recovery periods.
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
RN Traveler
[Pacific Staffing] Antelope Valley Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing personalized care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Travel RN
[Nurse Choice]Kaiser Modesto
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Staff RN/ Perdiem
Wellington Regional Hospital
05.2016 - 02.2022
- Assisted the physician during delivery, treatment, examination, and surgical procedures
- Circulated during cesarean delivery and recovered patient post surgical delivery
- Provided transitional care of the newborn.
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
- Increased employee productivity by implementing efficient work processes and time management strategies.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Travel RN
[Trusted Health]Kaiser Santa Clara
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Cared for pregnant mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulate during cesarean deliveries
- Recover patient post-surgical deliveries and procedures.
- Triage incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Travel RN
[Therapia Staffing]Advent Health Ocala
12.2020 - 12.2020
- Triage, assess, and provided care for patients in 4 bed OBED
- Monitor and provide care to laboring patients and their newborns
- Performed cervical exam to determine labor progression and dilation
- Assist anesthesia provider during epidural placements
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Assist care providers and patients during the birthing process.
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries , post partum sterilizations
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Travel RN
[TNAA}CRMC
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Provide care to antepartum and laboring patients
- Assist with epidural placement and delivery of the newborn
- Circulate during Cesarean delivery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Travel RN
[Junxion Medical Staffing]Winter Haven Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in OBED urgent care setting
- Monitored fetal heart rate to ascertain potential problems
- Performed cervical exam to determine labor progression and dilation
- Contact delivering physician and anesthesia at appropriate time to administer pain-management medications and begin the birthing process.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Staff RN
Palms West Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Cared for pregnant mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Provide bereavement care and support to grieving families
- Triage and access pts in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
Staff RN
Broward General Medical Center
12.2002 - 06.2016
- Cared for high and low risk pregnant women during the ante -partum, intrapartum and postpartum phases
- Resuscitate and stabilize newborns during the initial transitional period post-delivery
- Performing Clinical coaching for new nurses in the labor and delivery unit
- Performed duty as relief charge RN on nights, overseeing the operations of the unit as well as managing staff, making patient assignments.
- Triage and access pts in OBED implementing MFTI system
- Cared for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and their babies
- Initiate induction of labor of preterm and term mothers who were high and low- risk
- Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor
- Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified
- Prepare for, set up and assist with deliveries
- Circulated during cesarean deliveries
- Recover post-surgical patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, respectfulness.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team efficiency with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
AS Degree in Nursing -
Broward Community College
Davie, FL08.2000
Skills
- Assess Labor status
- Cervical dilation
- Assist with vaginal and operative deliveries
- Vacuum/forceps IV insertion
- Head to toe assessments
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
- Effective nursing skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Medication Administration
- Hospital experience
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Preventive health
- Chronic Disease Management
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Medication and IV administration
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Patient Assessments
- EMR / EHR
- Patient Education
- Student Precepting
- Procedure Assistance
- Immunization Administration
- Vitals monitoring
- Infection Control
- Care Plan Development
- Treatment Recommendations
- Compassionate and Caring
- Collecting vitals
- Routine Examinations
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Documentation
- Preventive Healthcare
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Needs Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Clear Patient Communication
- Treatment Preparation
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient Examination
- Decision-Making
Certification
- California, 95223098
- Florida, 9184156
- Oregon, 202110439RN
Personal Time Off
04/01/21, 05/01/21
Emr Systems
- Epic
- Cerner
Timeline
Travel RN
[Prime Time Healthcare] Clovis Community
11.2023 - Current
Travel RN
[Medical Solutions]SJRMC Dignity Health
05.2023 - 11.2023
RN Travel Nurse
[CareRev Perdiem Staffing] Broward Health
12.2022 - 05.2023
Travel Nurse
[AMN]Clovis Community Medical Center
10.2022 - 12.2022
RN Travel Nurse
[PRN Healthcare ]Broward Health Medical Center
08.2022 - 10.2022
RN Traveler
[Pacific Staffing] Antelope Valley Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel RN
[Nurse Choice]Kaiser Modesto
09.2021 - 04.2022
Travel RN
[Trusted Health]Kaiser Santa Clara
06.2021 - 09.2021
Travel RN
[Therapia Staffing]Advent Health Ocala
12.2020 - 12.2020
Travel RN
[TNAA}CRMC
07.2020 - 11.2020
Travel RN
[Junxion Medical Staffing]Winter Haven Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2020
Staff RN
Palms West Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2019
Staff RN/ Perdiem
Wellington Regional Hospital
05.2016 - 02.2022
Staff RN
Broward General Medical Center
12.2002 - 06.2016
AS Degree in Nursing -
Broward Community College
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