Nicole Anderson
Registered Nurse
Mooresville,IN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
OrthoIndy
08.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and families on managing post-treatment home care needs and medication administration.
- Evaluated patient response and modified plan of care accordingly throughout patient stay.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Adhered to ANA Code of Ethics for nurses and maintained confidentiality within legal and regulatory parameters to protect human and legal rights of patient and family.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans promoting optimal healing outcomes.
- Administered comprehensive patient care for orthopedic conditions, ensuring comfort and safety during recovery.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Franciscan Health Indianapolis
12.2018 - 07.2022
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring safety and comfort in medical-surgical unit.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Community East Hospital
03.2013 - 11.2018
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse Psych Med Surg
Community Health Network
12.2008 - 01.2013
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Administered patient care, including medication management and wound dressing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN05.2003
Skills
- Medical documentation
- Physical therapy coordination
- Fracture management
- Preoperative preparation
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital provided quality care to 6 patients in a geriatrics environment.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Deans List thru nursing school
Deans list all through Nursing School.
Daisy Award
Daisy Award Winner April 2016
Timeline
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
OrthoIndy
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Franciscan Health Indianapolis
12.2018 - 07.2022
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Community East Hospital
03.2013 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse Psych Med Surg
Community Health Network
12.2008 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
IUPUI