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Myra Talboys-Zeitlin

Aurora,CO

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience with addiction and recovery, excelling in patient assessment and education. Proven track record in operational efficiency and critical care support, enhancing treatment outcomes through effective collaboration and medication management. Adept at mentoring staff, fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and safety.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Colorado Addiction Recovery Services
Aurora, CO
07.2022 - 01.2025
  • Provided direct and indirect patient care to individuals and families.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to improve individualized treatment plans.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges while following nursing protocols.
  • Monitored withdrawal symptoms using CIWA and COWS per physician orders.
  • Participated in medication procedures, offering recommendations when appropriate.

Registered Nurse

Landmark Recovery
Aurora, CO
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Facilitated patient care coordination, educated patients on health conditions, and delivered emotional support, prioritizing substance abuse recovery and patient well-being.

Registered Nurse

InnovAge Greater Colorado PACE
Aurora, CO
01.2017 - 10.2022
  • Delivered healthcare services as Registered Nurse in clinic settings.
  • Conducted physical assessments and administered medications as prescribed.
  • Facilitated timely completion of orders written by healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to enhance operational efficiency.

Clinical Services Nurse Specialist

American Red Cross
Denver, CO
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Perform apheresis procedures autonomously, assess patients, coordinate care with physicians, and act as a consultant on clinical apheresis, traveling to different hospitals and Red Cross sites.
  • Perform venipunctures, access central venous catheters, and access vortex and bard ports.
  • Conduct all phases of therapeutic apheresis procedures (plasma exchange, red cell exchange, platelet and white cell reduction, photopheresis, and hematopoietic progenitor cell collection).

Registered Nurse

Parker Adventist Hospital
Parker, CO
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Executed comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Administered medications and monitored post-operative patients to ensure recovery.
  • Assessed wounds and provided wound care to promote healing.
  • Educated patients and families, facilitating understanding of treatment protocols.

Case Manager, Hospice Registered Nurse

Professional Pediatric Home Care
01.2012 - 12.2016
  • Conceptualized and implemented children's treatment and care plans in home settings.
  • Provided holistic hospice and family-centered nursing care to children with multiple disabilities.
  • Served as case manager, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration through case conferences.
  • Ensured compliance with five steps of medication administration protocols.
  • Streamlined nursing processes, enhancing staff technical skills in nursing and patient assessment.
  • Gained extensive experience in independent decision-making regarding airway management and nutrition.
  • Ensured optimal wound care, pain management, and medication administration via various routes.

Pediatric/Adult Urgent Care Registered Nurse and Pediatric Clinic

National Jewish Health
Denver, CO
01.2009 - 12.2011
  • Oversaw specialized care for children with acute and chronic respiratory diseases, including asthma and cystic fibrosis.
  • Delivered pediatric care in day program for children with severe atopic dermatitis and gastrointestinal diseases.
  • Conducted food allergy testing and provided guidance on epi-pen usage.
  • Facilitated pulmonary testing and asthma education while managing peak flow and nebulizer treatments.
  • Assisted diverse families by adapting to various departments within the Highlands Ranch facility.
  • Participated in continuing education to enhance clinical knowledge and patient care practices.

Nursing Supervisor / Lakewood/Arapahoe Urgent Care RN

Kaiser Permanente
Denver, CO
01.2007 - 12.2009
  • Oversaw overall nursing and healthcare operations by leading staff members, including RNs, LPNs, and MAs in the Telephonic Medicine Center.
  • Managed patient documentation by maintaining and updating all files.
  • Complied with doctors' orders in caring for patients by starting IVs, hydration, food plans, glucose control, and triaging.
  • Carried out HR functions, such as completing employee evaluations and expectations, hiring employees, scheduling staff duties, taking disciplinary actions, and administering payroll.
  • Organized and conducted staff meetings to drive informed decisions.
  • Selected Contributions: Analyzed and streamlined operational processes, resulting in improving patient care and maximizing patient accommodation.
  • Orchestrated training sessions for nursing staff to provide career counseling and professional development coaching.
  • Maintained patient volume balance, prioritized each patient as a whole, and educated patients and family members.
  • Ensured best patient care for a population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics in every shift.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Community College of Denver Arapahoe
Denver, CO
05.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Denver
Denver, CO
05-2005

Skills

  • Patient assessment and education
  • Critical care support
  • Medication management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Training and mentoring
  • Interpersonal relations
  • Nursing principles
  • Medical advice and triage
  • History taking and physical exams
  • Vital signs monitoring

Certification

  • Registered Nurse 0173734 EXP 09/30/2025
  • NPI 1730374331
  • BLS Certification, 12/01/24, 12/01/27

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Landmark Recovery
09.2022 - 02.2023

Registered Nurse

Colorado Addiction Recovery Services
07.2022 - 01.2025

Clinical Services Nurse Specialist

American Red Cross
11.2021 - 06.2022

Registered Nurse

InnovAge Greater Colorado PACE
01.2017 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse

Parker Adventist Hospital
02.2014 - 12.2016

Case Manager, Hospice Registered Nurse

Professional Pediatric Home Care
01.2012 - 12.2016

Pediatric/Adult Urgent Care Registered Nurse and Pediatric Clinic

National Jewish Health
01.2009 - 12.2011

Nursing Supervisor / Lakewood/Arapahoe Urgent Care RN

Kaiser Permanente
01.2007 - 12.2009

Associate Degree - Nursing

Community College of Denver Arapahoe

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Denver

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