Nicole Cade
Panama City Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, 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
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center
11.2018 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Bay Medical Center
07.2014 - 10.2018
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Registered Nurse
Mercy General Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2014
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Florida Keys Community College
Key West, FL12.2010
Skills
- Patient Management
- Medical assessment
- Chart updating
- Precepting
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center
11.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bay Medical Center
07.2014 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Mercy General Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Florida Keys Community College
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