Highly skilled Interventional Radiology Nurse gifted in delivering quality care and support to patients and loved ones. Reliable in maintaining patient safety in all types situations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiology Nurse
WakeMed Cary Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by providing expert care and monitoring during interventional radiology procedures.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail when preparing sterile instruments, trays, and supplies for various diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
Assisted with complex interventional radiology procedures, providing essential support to physician team throughout process, managing and monitoring administration of conscious sedation.
Evaluated vital signs frequently during procedures to detect abnormalities or complications that require immediate attention.
Provided compassionate support for patients, easing anxieties about complex medical procedures and promoting a positive experience
Infusion RN
Vidant Medical Center-Cancer Center
12.2020 - 10.2021
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Manage each patient according to their disease process, accessing port or central line before chemotherapy. Having all emergency medications readily available for any unknown reaction that may occur.
Gastroenterology RN
Gastroenterology East PA & Endoscopy Center
05.2018 - 04.2020
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health
Stepdown RN
Vidant Medical Center
07.2009 - 12.2016
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Stroke Response Team Member at Level 1 Trauma Center
Charge Nurse and preceptor
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Pitt Community College
Greenville, NC
05.2009
Bachelor of Science -
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05.1997
Skills
Conscious Sedation
Medication Administration
Patient Education
Critical Thinking
Electronic Health Records
Conflict Resolution
Direct Patient Care
Vitals Monitoring
Attention to Detail
Compassionate Care
Support and Education
Certification
ACLS Certification
PALS Certification
BLS Certification
NIHSS Certification
Timeline
Interventional Radiology Nurse
WakeMed Cary Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Infusion RN
Vidant Medical Center-Cancer Center
12.2020 - 10.2021
Gastroenterology RN
Gastroenterology East PA & Endoscopy Center
05.2018 - 04.2020
Stepdown RN
Vidant Medical Center
07.2009 - 12.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Pitt Community College
Bachelor of Science -
East Carolina University
ACLS Certification
PALS Certification
BLS Certification
NIHSS Certification
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