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Odessa George

St Albans,NY

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with Med-Surg, Acute Care and Telemetry experience seeking a position which will allow me to provide competent, and effective nursing care. Organized and knowledgeable, with experience in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with interdisciplinary team to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Registered Nurse

Nurses 24/7
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
  • Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.

Registered Nurse

Northwell Health Flex Staff
07.2020 - 07.2024
  • 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.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Registered Nurse

Mount Sinai Beth Israel
09.2017 - 12.2023
  • Effectively care for Covid positive patients
  • Function on a Med/Surg Telemetry Unit; providing effective care to patients ranging from adult to geriatric population
  • Perform admission and routine assessment and create nursing care plan for patients
  • Participate in Inter-disciplinary rounds, and discharge planning
  • Effectively prioritize and delegate task to supportive staff (CNA, PCT, PCA)
  • Administer ordered medications, including IV fluids,PCA Heparin drip, and vaccination

Per Diem Emergency Room Nurse

The Moment Nursing Agency
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Conducted intake assessment with patients and families
  • Prioritized patient treatment, maintained patient flow and assisted MD with minor procedures
  • Collected lab specimens, and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed treatment complications
  • Coordinated treatments with members of multi disciplinary and critical care team
  • Functioned effectively in a high volume, busy environment
  • Adhere to infection control policies and procedures.

Registered Nurse

Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
04.2015 - 09.2017
  • Provide care to surgical wounds and decubiti
  • Safely administer blood transfusion, and fresh frozen plasma
  • Educate patients and family members about treatment regimen
  • Communicate changes in patients' health status to nursing supervisor and physicians
  • Accurately document nursing care, and maintain patient privacy
  • Mentored new nurses on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Monroe College
Bronx, New York
08.2014

Skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Patient safety

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Timeline

Travel Registered Nurse

Nurses 24/7
06.2024 - 09.2024

Per Diem Emergency Room Nurse

The Moment Nursing Agency
06.2021 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse

Northwell Health Flex Staff
07.2020 - 07.2024

Registered Nurse

Mount Sinai Beth Israel
09.2017 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse

Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
04.2015 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Monroe College

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