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Leslie Cobb

Summary

Thirteen years of experience in an acute patient care setting at both level one trauma and satellite hospitals. Nine years as Post Anesthesia Care Nurse. Maintain strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient care and satisfaction. Seeking new opportunity to provide same. Excellent communication and teaching skills. Strong clinical skills and experienced charge nurse. 

Work History

Registered Nurse - Acute Care

Greenville Health System
Greenville, South Carolina
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  • Monitored post-op vitals, administered IV medications, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and cared for patients until discharge criteria met for discharge home or to an appropriate unit. 
  • Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols and collaboration with attending physicians and anesthesia staff.
  • Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.   
  • Assisted patients with emergence from anesthesia, recovery and education following surgery or procedure.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment.
  • As charge nurse, maintained patient flow and incorporated communications to ensure patient and family satisfaction.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lander University
2004

Bachelor of Science - undefined

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Georgia
1989

Skills

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Trained in in- and out-patient care
  • IV drug therapy 
  • Medical clinical procedures comprehension 
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
  • Experience with orthopedic, gastrointestinal, bariatric, cosmetic, gynecological, thoracic, vascular and general surgery post operative care and teaching
  • Laparasopic procedures familiarity
  • Medication administration 
  • Skilled in conducting physical assessments
  • Vascular care understanding
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Computerized charting 
  • Infection control standards 
  • Mobility assistance
  • Body mechanics knowledge

Affiliations

Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Acute Care

Greenville Health System
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Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lander University

Bachelor of Science - undefined

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Georgia
Leslie Cobb