Nate Norman
Jupiter,FL
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center, excelling in triage assessments and airway management. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in documentation accuracy and precepting new staff, contributing to quality improvement initiatives in a fast-paced emergency department.
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in emergency settings, known for delivering high-quality patient care and handling acute medical situations proficiently. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven skills in critical thinking, patient assessment, and teamwork.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2014 - Current
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, satisfaction, and overall Emergency Department efficiency.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
Home Health RN
A Nurses' Registry
10.2012 - 04.2014
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
RN, Emergency Department
Tenet Resource Pool
02.2008 - 03.2013
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment for patients and staff.
- Participated in ongoing education programs to maintain knowledge of best practices for emergency nursing care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach Community College
Lake Worth, FL12-2003
EMT -
North Technical Education Center
West Palm Beach, FL07-1996
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Triage assessments
- Airway management
- IV insertion, Blood draws
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency care
- Behavioral health
- Emergency triage
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Er assessments
- Discharges, Admissions & Transfers
- Advanced life support
- EKG interpretation
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2014 - Current
Home Health RN
A Nurses' Registry
10.2012 - 04.2014
RN, Emergency Department
Tenet Resource Pool
02.2008 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach Community College
EMT -
North Technical Education Center
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