Diligent Registered Nurse with background in multiple nursing settings, offering valuable experience in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully contributed to patient recovery and enhanced care protocols. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and compassionate communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Jacksonville Orthopedic Institute
04.2011 - 08.2019
First Assist minor surgical office procedures
Assisted with incision and drainage of hematomas and abscesses
Dressing Changes (repacked open wounds)
Suture and staple removal
Ordered diagnostic studies according to physician orders
Established pre-op and post-op appointments
Obtained clearances prior to surgery
Completed paperwork and facilitated communication regarding disability and workman’s compensation
Assisted in special procedures i.e epidural injections under fluoroscopy
Post op care following epidurals
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
RN
St. Vincent’s Medical Center
08.2010 - 12.2010
Clinical nursing practice (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) of patient care
Reading and monitoring EKGs
Scheduling and coordinating with other team members to individualize patient’s plan of care
Patient admission and initiating plan of care
Discharge and coordinating follow-up plan of care for all patients
RN and Medical Assistant
LM Medical Center
07.2009 - 06.2010
First assist minor surgical office procedures
Vaccinations
Head nurse of disability patients and evaluations (assessments, interventions, and evaluations)
Scheduling and follow-up care of all patients
Transcriptionists
Office manager
Volunteer Emergency Medical Technician
01.2006 - 01.2007
Assessed patient condition and managed respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies
Competent in patient care in pre-hospital and inter-facility settings
Performed as an attendant- in- charge on advanced life support calls
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
South University
01.2012
Associate of Science Degree - Nursing
Keiser University
Jacksonville, FL
01.2009
Associate of Arts -
Florida Community College
Jacksonville, FL
01.2007
Emergency Medical Technician classes -
Heartstart
Orange Park, FL
01.2006
Skills
Basic life support
Patient counseling
HIPAA compliance
CPR and first aid
Clinical judgment
Customer service
Compassion and empathy
Critical decision-making skills
Certification
RN License, NCLEX exam, 05/01/09
CPR, American Heart Association
Personal Information
Title: RN, BSN
Clinical Training
Jacksonville, FL, Active Rotations including medication administration, charting, and direct patient care., Nursing Fundamentals at Shands and Memorial Hospitals., Pediatric Nursing at Wolfson’s Children’s Hospital., Medical Surgical Nursing at Memorial Hospital., Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing at Shands Hospital., Practicum at Orange Park Hospital (96 hrs NICU)., Orthopedic Surgery at Jacksonville Orthopedic Institute., Observations in Psychiatric Nursing at Ten Broeck Hospital., Labor and Delivery Nursing at Memorial Hospital.