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Maria Brown

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Jefferson Health System
Philadelphia, PA
08.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

Blood Bank Technician

Jefferson Health System
Philadelphia, PA
04.2011 - 08.2023
  • Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
  • Adhered to safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
  • Collected blood or tissue samples from patients for lab work.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.
  • Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
  • Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA
05-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Pre Nursing

Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Lab specimen collection
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Emotional support
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Medical procedure assistance
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Jefferson Health System
08.2023 - Current

Blood Bank Technician

Jefferson Health System
04.2011 - 08.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Delaware County Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Pre Nursing

Thomas Jefferson University