Experienced Med Surg Nurse at Santa Rosa Medical Center, proficient in medication administration and delivering high-quality patient care. Strong advocate for patients with a track record of effective collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance treatment results. Skilled in wound care management and committed to promoting a supportive recovery atmosphere.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med Surg Nurse
santa rosa medical center
Milton
07.2023 - Current
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
Provided patient care and support in various medical settings.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans for patients.
Educated patients and families on health management and self-care practices.
Assisted in emergency situations, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance purposes.
Advocated for patients' needs while coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Elderly Caretaker
Patricia Leach
Gulf Breeze
12.2020 - 06.2023
Assisted elderly with daily living activities and physical therapies.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Took patient to Lymphedema Physical Therapy appointment's
Provided wound care and wrapping of lower limbs affected by Lymphedema.
Customer Service Specialist
Flowerama
Gulf Breeze
02.2021 - 02.2023
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers to place orders.
Created flower arrangements.
Student Assistant in Computer Lab
Pensacola State College
Warrington
11.2019 - 08.2020
Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
Maintained clean and organized office areas to present pleasant and inviting atmosphere to visitors.
Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Elderly Caretaker
Edith Utsey
Gulf Breeze
10.2014 - 11.2018
Assisted elderly with daily living activities and physical therapies.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Retail Manager
Sally Beauty Supply
Gulf Breeze / Pace
08.2009 - 11.2014
Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Elderly Caregiver
Carol Luchsinger
Gulf Breeze
03.2012 - 04.2013
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
Retail Associate
Sally's Beauty Supply
Gulf Breeze
06.2004 - 08.2009
Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges, and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
Cosmetologist/ Hair Stylist
Snips Of London
Gulf Breeze
01.1998 - 08.2009
Researched latest trends in hair and makeup to stay updated on color, style, and technique.
Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.