Registered Nurse prepared for demanding emergency room environments. Skilled in patient assessment, critical care, and rapid decision-making. Strong focus on teamwork, reliability, and adapting to changing needs. Adept at handling high-pressure situations with compassion and precision. Organized and dependable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Committed to continued education and professional growth in the ever-evolving field of emergency medicine.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southern Regional Medical Center | Ochsner
06.2023 - Current
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Emergency Department Technician
Ochsner
11.2019 - 06.2023
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
Maintained a clean and organized emergency department, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
Managed confidential patient records with discretion, adhering to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.