Lindsey Taylor
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Specialized in cardiac care for ten years. Provided critical evaluation of heart failure patients, and managed complex medication/treatment regimens. Desire to utilize cardiac expertise. Responsible RN with excellent communication skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
12.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
- Initiated hospital-wide study to identify areas for process improvement.
Registered Nurse
SCOI
Bakersfield, CA
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
Registered Nurse
Central Cardiology
Bakersfield, CA
06.2015 - 03.2016
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Delegated staff nurse duties.
- Performed lab tests and communicated results.
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
07.2009 - 06.2015
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Closely monitored acute conditions.
Education
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA2009
Skills
- Precepting
- Professional bedside manner
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Chest pain management
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Physical assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
12.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
SCOI
03.2016 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
Central Cardiology
06.2015 - 03.2016
Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2015
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Bakersfield College
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