Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Scripps Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Mission Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2023
Direct patient care in Cardiac, Surgical/ Trauma, and Respiratory ICU's
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
Precepted both new hirer nurses as well as taking nursing students for their preceptorship
Managed patient care from admission to discharge
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' postoperative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit
Emergency Department Secretary
Tri City Medical Center
01.2011 - 08.2021
Handled incoming telephone calls, contacted physicians, and ordered medical supplies daily
Arranged and presented patient charts and coordinated all emergency events
Made transportation arrangements for ER patients and assisted in their transfer
Prepared and maintained records related to patient admission, discharge, test results, and treatment
Kept and maintained computerized records of physicians' orders for patient care services
Developed and maintained positive professional relationships with clinical staff and medical staff
Emergency Department Technician
Tri City Medical Center
04.2009 - 08.2021
Helped resolve emergency situations with calm, level-headed, and knowledgeable approaches
Completed hourly rounding to assess assigned patients and report status updates
Assisted with patient transportation, including helping discharged patients collect supplies and move to vehicles
Entered relevant data into Cerner EMR management system
Complied with all local, state, and federal requirements for safety and sanitation in healthcare environments
Assisted physicians with procedures such as sutures and central line placement
Supported patients with advanced mobility and personal hygiene needs
Education
Associate of Science -
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA
06-2021
Associate of Arts -
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA
06-2018
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Scripps Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
Mission Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2023
Emergency Department Secretary
Tri City Medical Center
01.2011 - 08.2021
Emergency Department Technician
Tri City Medical Center
04.2009 - 08.2021
Associate of Science -
Santa Ana College
Associate of Arts -
Miracosta College
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