Assessed and monitored critically ill patients' conditions to identify changes in health status.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound care, and performing basic laboratory tests.
Initiated, monitored and adjusted intravenous therapy according to physician orders.
Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, accurately recording any significant variations from normal range.
Identified potential complications during recovery period and took appropriate action when necessary.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Providence Tarzana Medical Center
Tarzana, CA
08.2009 - 12.2019
Assessed and monitored critically ill patients' conditions to identify changes in health status.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound care, and performing basic laboratory tests.
Performed necessary treatments and interventions as prescribed by medical staff.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality of care was provided to all patients.
Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and modified plans accordingly.
Educated families on critical care management of their loved ones.
Participated in daily rounds with physicians for each assigned patient.
Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members within the ICU setting.
Facilitated communication between family members and other healthcare providers regarding patient's condition.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Glendale Community College
2009
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design And Art History
Woodbury Universtity
Burbank, CA
08-1995
Skills
Medical Records Management
Privacy and Confidentiality
Compassionate Care
Medication Administration
Ventilator Management
Patient Assessments
Patient Monitoring
Reliable and Responsible
Medical Device Monitoring
Pulmonary Assessments
Emotional Support
Patient Advocacy
Documentation and Reporting
Medical Equipment Setup
Crisis Intervention
Problem-Solving Aptitude
Problem-Solving Abilities
Time Management
Diagnostic Procedures
Time Management Abilities
Reliability
Analytical Thinking
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
Providence Tarzana Medical Center
08.2009 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Glendale Community College
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design And Art History
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