Registered Nurse, Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
07.2023 - 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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Certified Nursing Assistant
IntelyCare
Quincy, MA
12.2021 - 06.2023
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
Lebanon, PA
12.2019 - 04.2021
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
World Campus
05-2025
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
05.2023
High School Diploma -
Cedar Crest High School
Lebanon
05-2019
Skills
Efficient Problem Solver
Trauma care certification
Neurological monitoring
Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
Physical assessments
Intracranial pressure management
Emotional support
Seizure management
Medication and IV administration
Advanced cardiac life support
Adaptability and flexibility
Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit
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