Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Preop
4 Years 11 Months
Northside Hospital Cherokee | 09.2021 - Current
Administered preoperative assessments and developed individualized care plans for patients.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes during perioperative procedures.
Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions post-surgery.
Educated patients and families on postoperative care protocols and recovery expectations.
Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in perioperative care techniques.
Assisted in the reduction of patient anxiety before surgery through compassionate communication and emotional support.
Increased team efficiency by providing comprehensive training and mentorship to new nursing staff members within the perioperative department.
Reduced postoperative complications through thorough preoperative assessments and patient education on procedure expectations.
Upheld patient privacy and confidentiality throughout the surgical experience, adhering to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
RN, Emergency
4 Years 3 Months
Northside Hospital Cherokee | 06.2017 - 09.2021
Provide nursing care within the emergency department of this prestigious hospital. Handle medical emergencies resulting from events such as strokes, cardiac arrest, car accidents, head injuries, poison ingestion, drug overdoses, sexual assault and burns. Triage, Assess and stabilize patients with expedience and accuracy.
Demonstrated expert clinical skills in managing critical care for diverse Emergency Department patients, ensuring timely and appropriate treatment.
Responded swiftly in emergency scenarios, making critical decisions under pressure to deliver life-saving interventions.
Supervised LPNs and emergency department technicians and served as a preceptor/mentor to new graduate nurses and nursing students.
Notified clinical supervisor and MD of patient status changes to facilitate timely interventions and avert further patient deterioration.
Emergency Department Technician
1 Year
Wellstar Cobb Hospital | 01.2016 - 01.2017
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide care to Emergency Department patients.
Outcomes:
Collected laboratory specimens, performed ekgs and cardiac monitoring, provided CPR during code situations, and promptly alerted RN/MD to changes in patient status and abnormal vital signs.
Used interpersonal communication skills to establish rapport and build trust with patients and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
University of North Georgia | Dahlonega, GA | 05-2017
Registered Nurse (RN), Georgia
Certified Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA)
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
Skills
Patient assessments
Perioperative care
Surgical Team Collaboration
IV medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient education
Family education
Charting documentation
Care coordination
Professional bedside manner
Certification
Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support)