Lisa Miller-Rivera
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
IntelyCare
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, documenting changes promptly in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery processes.
- Assisted in the orientation and training of new nursing staff, promoting adherence to best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Streamlined workflows by utilizing clinical decision support tools, improving efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of 3-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Maxim Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
ShiftMed
01.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and initiating appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
- Supervise nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Totalmed Staffing
06.2022 - 04.2023
Education
RN Diploma - Nursing
Washington Hospital SON
Washington, PA12-1992
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Direct patient care
- Infection control
- Patient care assessment
- Documentation
- Delegation and motivation
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Accurate documentation
- Patient condition monitoring
- Intake and discharge
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
IntelyCare
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Maxim Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Totalmed Staffing
06.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
ShiftMed
01.2019 - Current
RN Diploma - Nursing
Washington Hospital SON
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