Compassionate, dedicated registered nurse with 6+ years of experience providing quality care to a wide variety of patients at an LTAC hospital. Reliable, ethical, and proven to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals. Motivated and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care
Spartanburg, SC
06.2014 - 01.2021
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Experience with wound care, feeding tubes, PICC lines, ventilator and tracheostomy patients, IV placement, ostomy care, and telemetry monitoring.
Retail Sales Associate
Kohls Department Store
Simpsonville, SC
08.2008 - 02.2014
Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep store orderly and efficient.
Transitional Unit Registered Nurse, Intensive Care at Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative CareTransitional Unit Registered Nurse, Intensive Care at Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care