Myrna Liza Weaver
Nashville,IL
Summary
Resourceful professional with several years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods.
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Emergency Room
Mount Vernon , IL
08.2024 - Current
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital: Health and Wellness Center
Mount Vernon, IL
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patients' progress in the medical record.
- Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
- Administered medications safely within scope of practice according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Monitored for changes in patient status and responded appropriately per hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized plans of care that met patients' needs.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
St Mary's Hospital
Centralia, IL
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Assessed and monitored cardiac telemetry patients for changes in heart rhythm.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals admitted with cardiac arrhythmias.
- Performed 12-lead electrocardiograms on patients and interpreted results.
- Educated patients and families about the diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, lifestyle modifications and follow-up care.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive plans of care based on assessments, physician orders, lab values and other data points.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians including intravenous drugs.
- Interpreted cardiology test results such as echocardiograms, stress tests or Holter monitors.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction scores.
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practices related to cardiac telemetry nursing care.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding complex medical cases involving cardiac telemetry patients.
Registered Nurse
Friendship Manor Nursing Home
Nashville , IL
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Washington County Hospital & Nursing Home
Nashville, IL
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
- Documented patient care services by charting in electronic records system in accordance with guidelines.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Antipas Medical Specialists Hospita Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2020
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on each patient's needs.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens for laboratory testing.
- Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Antipas Medical Specialists Hospital Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2020
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Took vital signs of patients including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Ensured all necessary documentation was completed accurately prior to discharge from unit.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Evaluated patient's response to treatments administered by adjusting dosages accordingly.
- Coordinated with other departments within the hospital for additional resources needed for patient care.
- Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Adhered to strict infection control protocols when handling infectious materials or disposing of contaminated items.
- Instructed patients on proper nutrition requirements while pregnant or lactating.
- Performed regular checkups on expectant mothers in order to monitor their health status.
- Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Notre Dame of Kidapawan College
Philippines05-2020
Skills
- Trauma care
- Condition Monitoring
- Emergency triage
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Physiology knowledge
- Pediatric Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Patient Stabilization
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety
- Safety Management
- Disease Prevention
- Legal Compliance
- IV Insertion
- Patient Assessments
- Infection Control
- Emergency Care
- Geriatric Care
- Health Promotion
- Cultural competence
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Emergency Room
08.2024 - Current
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital: Health and Wellness Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
St Mary's Hospital
04.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Friendship Manor Nursing Home
05.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Washington County Hospital & Nursing Home
04.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Antipas Medical Specialists Hospita Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Antipas Medical Specialists Hospital Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Notre Dame of Kidapawan College