Maria Collins-Benner
Lake Stevens,WA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric & Family Practice Registered Nurse
The Everett Clinic
Lake Stevens , WA
8/3/20 - Current
- Followed up on diagnostic tests to verify completion and obtain results for treatment planning.
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Prepared charts for clinic patients, gathering hospital records and test results.
- Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.
- Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Run independent RN office visit schedule with an emphasis on prioritizing time management while still creating a pleasant experience for the patient
Registered Nurse- Clinical Observation Unit
Providence Regional Medical Center
Everett , WA
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Worked as a team to provide safe quality patient care
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Performed thorough and efficient head-to-toe assessments
- Administered PO, IV, IM and suppository medications ordered by physicians
- Continually monitored patient status and wellbeing
- Worked alongside RN's to provide patient education
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Interacted with patients families to provide a supportive hospital environment
- Promoted to charge RN: oversaw and assisted a team of floor nurses, created staffing assignments, assumed responsibility in emergency situations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
Bothell, WA12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Everett Community College
Everett, WA03.2019
Skills
- Newborn Education
- Clear Patient Communication
- Diabetes Management
- Medication Administration
- Medical Screening & Triage
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Immunization Skills
- Family and Patient Support
- BLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Clinical Observation Unit
Providence Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 08.2020
Pediatric & Family Practice Registered Nurse
The Everett Clinic
8/3/20 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Everett Community College
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