Lauren Matthews
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of The King's Daughters
Norfolk, VA
06.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in neurology clinical trials with the neurology attendings.
- Daisy Award Nominee (2021, 2023, 2024).
Registered Nurse
Hubbard Plastic Surgery
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Monitored patients during recovery and provided post-operative care.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL10.2023
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Longwood University
Farmville, VA12.2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hubbard Plastic Surgery
08.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of The King's Daughters
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Longwood University