Compassionate and detail-oriented nursing professional with hands-on experience as an Emergency Room Patient Care Technician and a soon-to-be Registered Nurse. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments with a foundation in adult and pediatric care, rapid assessment, and critical thinking. Passionate about delivering developmentally appropriate, respectful, family-centered care in pediatric critical care settings. Committed to continued growth in pediatric nursing to reach excellence with integrity and accountability.
· Contributed to efficient emergency department operations by effectively prioritizing and managing tasks.
· Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering trust and positive relationships using therapeutic communication.
· Improved patient care by being prepared and efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, CPR and responding to codes.
· Evaluated PCT student performance as a preceptor, offering training, supervision, constructive feedback to facilitate continuous improvement and growth.
· Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary and recorded data in appropriate electronic medical records using EPIC.
· Performed venipuncture to obtain serum blood samples and blood cultures, EKGs, glucose checks, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
· Provided one-on-one support to patients experiencing emotional distress or crisis fostering stability using de-escalation techniques, monitoring for signs of that need immediate attention from clinical staff.
· Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)