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Lauren Mahan

Summary

Reliable registered nurse with 13 years of patient care experience on high risk cardiology unit. Able to demonstrate and complete daily unit tasks such as dispensing and educating patients on medications, completing labs and deciphering results, sending patients for daily tests and procedures, and keeping daily care plans current . Earned BLS/ACLS, CPR and port certifications. Experienced with accessing and de-accessing port as well as educating patient and patient’s family on port care. Instructs students, as well as new employees and travel registered nurses on units bedside nursing skills and protocol

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
06.2011 - Current

High risk cardiology registered nurse. Current job roles include monitoring vital signs, lab tests, and patient‘s test, and/or procedure results. Currently precepts new hires, travel nurses, and student nurses obtaining clinical experience. Am currently skilled at starting IV access on patients, monitoring wounds patient may have, and changing dressings as ordered. Am currently BLS/ACLS certified as well as port access and de-access certified.

  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Provided outstanding medical service to new and long-standing patients by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service and support by remaining poised in most stressful situations.
  • Planned and executed patient’s medical care throughout shift, and kept all patient’s updated on plan.
  • Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and medical team.
  • Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
  • Interacted pleasantly with patient and patient family, and kept them up to date on patient plan for shift and care.
  • Resolved disciplinary issues and escalated major concerns to department head.
  • Instructs students on providing safe, and effective, bedside nursing skills to patient population

Student Nurse Technician

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2011

Obtained vital signs, lab work, and provided patients with personal hygiene assistance during shifts. Assisted nurses with tasks delegated in a timely manner.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
4 2011

Skills

  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient education
  • Patient care
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Quality standards adherence

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
06.2011 - Current

Student Nurse Technician

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Lauren Mahan