Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding infection control practices before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
Delivered patient education before and after procedures.
Recorded detailed medical and medication history in Cerner EMR system while working in the pre-operative area.
Administered intravenous medications and monitored patient's response pre- and post-endoscopic procedure under clinician's supervision.
Maintained sufficient supply levels in clinical workstations and procedure rooms.
Assessed patient conditions and observed behaviors in PACU unit, providing updates to supervising physicians regarding any concerns.
Executed Bravo and capsule endoscopy procedures while working closely with clinicians
Performed administration of conscious sedation as needed during endoscopy under the guidance of the clinician.
Registered Nurse-Medical/Surgical
Sanford Medical Center
Fargo, ND
10.2018 - 06.2021
Coordinated patient care plans to ensure consistent, safe, timely, and appropriate interventions with the care team
Delivered customized education to patients and their families, assessing learning styles and developing tailored plans that facilitated better comprehension of a wide range of medical subjects.
Document physical assessments and other relevant health data into Epic EMR
Utilized the nursing process in delivery of patient care and in accordance with physician orders
Coordinate any changes in medical condition to care team and update family as needed.