Dedicated and well-qualified RN, with a quick-learning ability offering proven skills in patient care and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Telemetry RN (Cardiac/Stroke Unit)
Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital
Beaumont, TX
02.2023 - Current
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
Monitor the patient's cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results closely.
Administer oral, IV, and intramuscular or subcutaneous medications, and monitor patient reactions.
Maintain critical thinking skills that are essential to providing competent patient care.
Perform NIH Stroke Assessments.
Competency in infusion pumps, drains, NG tubes, PEG tubes, catheters, and chest tubes.
Assessed the patient's status and notified the physician of any clinical changes.
Utilize the nursing process to develop and revise the patient plan of care.
Educate patients and families about the signs and symptoms of cardiac disease and stroke symptoms.
Maintain appropriate aseptic technique for preparation of procedures and administration of medications/injections
Clinical LVN PRN
Christus Promptu Urgent Care
Beaumont, TX
03.2018 - 01.2023
Assisted with physical exams and minor procedures
Collected and performed venipuncture to obtain lab specimens
Performed EKGs
Utilized critical thinking, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
Obtain current and past patient medical history and home medications.
Administer oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications per NP orders
Applied splints per NP orders
Performed occupational health DOT physicals, urine/hair follicle drug screens, and hearing tests.
Assisted in discharge planning and education.
Intake LVN
Baptist Hospital
Beaumont, TX
02.2021 - 06.2022
Evaluate, coordinate, process, screen, and document patient transfers into the Baptist Health system
Utilize problem-solving and customer service skills to determine the best course of action for the patient
Work closely with facility House Supervisors, referring physicians, ED, and inpatient staff, ensuring effective and efficient transfer of patients
Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and multi-task in a highly stressful environment
Exceptional customer service skills required to effectively manage call center/transfer center calls, meeting customer service expectations
Efficiently engages appropriate departments in the transfer process after carefully reviewing current lab results, patient medical history, and other pertinent information
Call Center LVN
LHI/United Healthcare
Remote
09.2020 - 03.2021
Professionally provided COVID-19 test results using a written script
Maintained confidentiality of patient diagnostic and treatment information with a focus on HIPAA guidelines and strong customer service skills
Responsible for maintaining individual and departmental goals, including Call Quality, Average Call Handle Time, Service Level, and Average Speed of Answer
Interpreted and documented diagnostic COVID test results
Ability to multi-task and manage three monitors simultaneously during inbound calls
Faxed, emailed, and mailed test results to patients