20 years as a registered nurse and 10 years working in Interventional Radiology and Cardiovascular Surgery with excellent communication, teaching, and customer service skills.
Experience in medical device sales/service In Neuromodulation as a Therapy Consultant/Clinical Specialist
Worked closely with physicians and colleagues to ensure patient safety and satisfaction
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information and education
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine appropriate patient care
Assessed patients in the preoperative setting
Monitor and assess patients in the postoperative setting.
Maintained rapport with physicians to continue patient procedures and care
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Cardiopulmonary RN
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2007 - 10.2007
Administer IV therapy and treadmill stress tests in cardiopulmonary.
Provide patient education during scheduling and post procedures.
Monitor acute conditions.
Precept incoming graduates in accordance with departmental protocols.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Provided patient education on cardiac diseases, treatments and lifestyle changes.
Registered Nurse
Humble ISD
08.2004 - 12.2006
Conduct mandated health screenings, physicals, and special education assessments in a
school with over 500 students.
Ensure external follow-up when required.
Record students' medical history, vital statistics, and test results.
Perform thorough assessments on students presenting to the clinic.
Effectively communicate with student parents and faculty members.
Dispense medication to students with various illnesses and conditions.
Cardiothoracic RN
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2003 - 07.2004
Responsible for primary care of patients status post esophagectomy, pulmonectomy, and other cardiothoracic procedures.
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX
01.2002
Skills
Cardiovascular/Intervention experience
Radiology Imaging
EKG monitoring/interpretation
Pulmonary intervention
Achievements - 2024
Supported sales team to achieve 125% to plan in Q2 and 136% to plan in Q3.
Worked closely with physicians and financial decision makers at MD Anderson to facilitate bulk orders of product.