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.
Work History
Registered Nurse
1 Year 2 Months
Saint Francis Hospital | 06.2025 - Current
Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures, enhancing their understanding and compliance.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication, fostering a safe environment.
Served as an effective preceptor for nursing students completing their clinical rotations in the trauma unit, providing constructive feedback and guidance throughout their learning experiences.
STUDENT NURSE EXTERN
3 Months
Hillcrest Medical Center | 09.2024 - 12.2024
Utilized effective communication skills to engage patients, families, and healthcare professionals, ensuring clarity and support throughout care processes.
Educated patients on self-care techniques such as proper nutrition and exercise regimens.
Identified emergent situations requiring immediate intervention or notification of registered nurse.
Fostered strong working relationships with interdisciplinary team members through consistent and effective communication.
Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings, facilitating discussions on patient progress and sharing best practices for enhanced care delivery.
STUDENT NURSE EXTERN
2 Months
Saint Francis | 06.2024 - 08.2024
Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings, enhancing patient care strategies through collaboration on best practices.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals, fostering understanding and support during care processes.
Developed strong working relationships with members of the interdisciplinary team through effective communication techniques.
Built strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members, facilitating improved collaboration and communication in patient care.
NURSE TECHNICIAN
1 Year 3 Months
Saint Francis | 04.2022 - 07.2023
Answered patient call signals, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Recorded patient behavior and symptoms for nurse review.
Monitored and recorded vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, and respiration rates to ensure accurate patient health tracking.