Nidya Foose
Menifee,California
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Riverside Regional Medical Center, showcasing expertise in patient assessments and direct patient care. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in medication and IV administration, with a leadership role in nursing staff mentorship. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level RN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-op Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Parkview Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 09.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Riverside Regional Medical Center
07.2003 - 07.2008
- Contributed to positive patient experiences with sensitive bedside manner while maintaining professional boundaries as a Forensic Nurse Examiner.
- Contributed to the development of departmental training programs by sharing expertise in forensic examination techniques and evidence preservation methods.
- Identified potential areas for improvement within the department by analyzing performance metrics and making data-driven recommendations to management.
- Conducted comprehensive medical evaluations to determine the extent of injuries sustained during traumatic events.
- Enhanced collaboration between medical and legal professionals by providing clear and concise expert witness testimonies in court proceedings.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Riverside Regional Medical Center
04.2003 - 07.2008
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
UCI Medical Center
03.1989 - 10.2000
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress notes, and discharge planning activities in electronic medical records systems.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cypress College
Cypress, CA12.1985
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Patient Assessment
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient Care
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Licensed RN
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Taking vitals
Nursing staff leadership
Medication Distribution
Patient Discharge
High level of autonomy
HIPAA Education
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pre-op Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Parkview Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 09.2024
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Riverside Regional Medical Center
07.2003 - 07.2008
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Riverside Regional Medical Center
04.2003 - 07.2008
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
UCI Medical Center
03.1989 - 10.2000
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cypress College
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