Knowledgeable, compassionate Registered Nurse with strong background in providing personalized pediatric care in private settings. Proven ability to manage complex medical conditions and coordinate comprehensive care plans that enhance patient well-being. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessments and crisis intervention, ensuring optimal outcomes through effective communication and clinical skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Pediatric Healthcare Connection/Montgomery Junior High
09.2023 - 02.2025
Attended Montgomery Junior High with the terminally ill patient.
Provided ongoing education to families regarding their child's medical condition, treatment plans, and at-home care needs to ensure continuity of care outside the clinical setting.
Reduced hospital readmissions through proactive management of chronic conditions and timely interventions for acute health issues among pediatric patient.
Supported patient's physical and emotional well-being through compassionate communication, play therapy techniques, and age-appropriate activities. Hand over hand technique used daily.
Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and swiftly addressing any medical concerns or changes in condition. Patient required emergency medication administration in the case of disease exacerbation.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Reinforced positive health behaviors among families through education on topics such as proper nutrition, sleep hygiene, exercise routines, and stress reduction techniques.
Maintained proper nutrition through gastric tube feedings. Along with monitoring patient growth and weight.
Wound Care Nurse
Golden Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2022 - 01.2023
Evaluated 30-60 patients' wounds daily and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Effectively managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials for timely delivery of care to patients.
Wound Care Nurse
Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - 10.2022
Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
Monitored and adjusted wound care treatments for 35 patients based on healing progress and patient feedback, ensuring personalized and effective care.
Initiated peer review process for wound care cases, fostering culture of continuous improvement and learning within team.
Reduced risk of infection with meticulous wound cleaning and dressing techniques.
Proficient on gastric tube feedings and equipment, ventilators and tracheostomies, AFO and SMO application, male and female catheterization and medication administration.
Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to design tailored interventions addressing developmental, behavioral, or cognitive challenges faced by pediatric patients.
Increased patient comfort by utilizing non-pharmacological pain management strategies, including distraction techniques, relaxation exercises, and age-appropriate therapeutic play.
Facilitated seamless transitions between healthcare settings by establishing rapport with new caregivers, sharing pertinent medical information, and ensuring that specialized equipment was properly set up and functioning.
Enhanced family satisfaction by collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
Supported early intervention efforts by identifying signs of developmental delays.
Provided ongoing education to families regarding their child's medical condition, treatment plans, and at-home care needs to ensure continuity of care outside the clinical setting.
Charge Nurse
The Broadmoor At Creekside Park
08.2019 - 05.2021
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
10.2018 - 08.2019
Proficient on gastric tube feedings and equipment, ventilators and tracheostomies, AFO and SMO application, male and female catheterization and medication administration.
Supported patients' physical and emotional well-being through compassionate communication, play therapy techniques, and age-appropriate activities.
Reduced hospital readmissions through proactive management of chronic conditions and timely interventions for acute health issues among pediatric patients.
Provided ongoing education to families regarding their child's medical condition, treatment plans, and at-home care needs to ensure continuity of care outside the clinical setting.
Private Nurse
Sophie Traver
09.2017 - 04.2018
Private nurse for 96 year old woman
Assisted patient with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by physicians, monitoring response and adjusting care accordingly for optimal results.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes or abnormalities to physicians promptly for timely medical intervention.
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Epic Health Services (transitioned to Aveanna Health Services)
06.2014 - 04.2017
Provided ongoing education to families regarding their child's medical condition, treatment plans, and at-home care needs to ensure continuity of care outside the clinical setting.
Proficient on gastric tube feedings and equipment, ventilators and tracheostomies, AFO and SMO application, male and female catheterization and medication administration.
Supported patients'' physical and emotional well-being through compassionate communication, play therapy techniques, and age-appropriate activities.
Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and swiftly addressing any medical concerns or changes in condition.
Ensured continuity of nursing care during critical staff transitions by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming nurses regarding each patient''s medical history, current condition, treatment plan goals, and any outstanding concerns.
Served as an advocate for pediatric patients during medical consultations.
Optimized medication adherence among pediatric patients through clear communication of dosing instructions, potential side effects, and the importance of consistent use as prescribed.
Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of care provision and documentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lone Star College
Houston, TX
12-2006
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics/Finance
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
08-1999
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics/Marketing
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
08-1997
Skills
Pediatric assessment
Tracheostomy care
Allergy management
Seizure management
Diabetes management
Respiratory care
Cardiac monitoring
Catheter care
Medical documentation
Nutritional counseling
Gastrostomy feeding
Infection control
Timeline
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Pediatric Healthcare Connection/Montgomery Junior High
09.2023 - 02.2025
Wound Care Nurse
Golden Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2022 - 01.2023
Wound Care Nurse
Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - 10.2022
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care
09.2020 - 03.2022
Charge Nurse
The Broadmoor At Creekside Park
08.2019 - 05.2021
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
10.2018 - 08.2019
Private Nurse
Sophie Traver
09.2017 - 04.2018
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Epic Health Services (transitioned to Aveanna Health Services)
06.2014 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lone Star College
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics/Finance
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics/Marketing
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