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Paula Bowie

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Recognized for remaining calm under pressure and skillfully handling high-stress situations. Adept at developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Work History

Pediatric Registered Nurse

RoHealth
07.2024 - Current
  • Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
  • Assessed pediatric patients growth and development, identifying potential issues early for timely intervention.
  • Advocated for patients needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
  • Provided education to parents on proper home care techniques, minimizing recurrent infections and promoting long-term wellbeing.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.

REGISTERED NURSE, STUDENT

Berkeley Medical Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Actively sought out opportunities for professional growth through continuing education courses
  • Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate bedside manner
  • Participated in educational seminars regarding new developments in nursing practice
  • Competently performed venipuncture techniques for collection of laboratory specimens according to established safety guidelines
  • Administered IV fluids, blood transfusions and other intravenous therapy procedures safely and accurately

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Gateway Healhcare Services
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, develop solutions, and implement interventions when needed
  • Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals
  • Assessed vital signs, collected specimens for laboratory testing, monitored fluid intake and output levels, recorded medical history information
  • Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area; stocked supplies as needed; disposed of hazardous materials properly
  • Supported wound care needs and related nursing duties
  • Ensured that all safety standards were maintained at all times; reported any potential safety issues immediately
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE CASE MANAGER

Maxim Healthcare Services
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals
  • Evaluated patient health status and developed individualized care plans based on assessment findings
  • Performed accurate documentation of all patient assessments, treatments, medications, procedures and outcomes

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Carroll County Detention Center
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software
  • Ensured that all safety standards were maintained at all times; reported any potential safety issues immediately
  • Assisted with admissions, discharges of patients; completed necessary paperwork related to admission, discharge process

CNA TO LPN

Dedicated Nurses Association
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Participated actively in interdisciplinary team meetings providing valuable input regarding patient progress towards goals
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care while respecting the wishes of families and honoring the dignity of patients
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations utilizing critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions based on assessment findings
  • Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each patient

Skills

  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Decision-Making
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Care Plan Development
  • Pediatric nursing care
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient Intake
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Wound Care

Timeline

Pediatric Registered Nurse

RoHealth
07.2024 - Current

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Gateway Healhcare Services
10.2023 - 06.2024

REGISTERED NURSE, STUDENT

Berkeley Medical Center
08.2023 - 05.2024

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE CASE MANAGER

Maxim Healthcare Services
12.2022 - 04.2023

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Carroll County Detention Center
03.2021 - 03.2022

CNA TO LPN

Dedicated Nurses Association
11.2020 - 12.2022

Master of Science - RN To MSN Nursing Informatics Online

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Allegany College of Maryland

Education

Master of Science - RN To MSN Nursing Informatics Online

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2027

Associate of Science - Nursing

Allegany College of Maryland
05.2024

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Years of professional experience

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Years of healthcare experience

Paula Bowie