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Olivia Nelson

Huntington Beach,CA

Summary

Diligent RN with extensive experience, proficient in GI procedures and skilled in patient education and discharge planning. Recognized for strong communication and clinical judgment, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures. A compassionate team player dedicated to delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments. A healthcare professional prepared for any nursing role, bringing substantial experience with inpatient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with a compassionate approach.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Hoag Endosopy Center
06.2013 - Current
  • Proficient in GI procedures (EGD, Colonoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy).
  • Familiar with SIS, Provation system.
  • Skilled team player in a busy fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with physicians, anesthesiologists, and technicians in procedures including administration of IV sedation, monitoring vital signs, assisting with Bravo, biopsies, dilatation, rubber band ligation, polyp removal.
  • Admission and preparation of patient for GI procedures: education, assessment, verification of documentation, IV, consents.
  • Accurate documentation of specimens and findings.
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records and ensured HIPPA.
  • Delivering post procedure care, including patient recovery,
  • monitoring of vital signs, discharge instructions, and educating on endoscopic findings and post procedure instructions and follow up.
  • In charge of centers pathology, making sure documentation, adenoma tracking, and cancer reporting is correct, signed and in the system before the allotted time frame is up as per AAA.


RN

Irvine Regional Medical Center
07.2007 - 06.2014
  • Perform thorough pre-procedure admission assessment, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, allergy verification, and baseline vitals signs.
  • Establish IV access, pre procedure medications, and provide patient education on procedure, sedation and post procedure expectations.
  • Managed post procedure therapy, pain control, and monitoring for complications such as bleeding, hypotension, or adverse reactions to sedation.
  • Provide comprehensive discharge instructions,




RN

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
02.2006 - 07.2013
  • Proficient in GI procedures (EGD, Colonoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, PEG placement, ERCP, emergency on call including foreign body removal and bleeding..
  • Assist in endoscopic procedures including conscious sedation, monitor of vital signs ensuring patient comfort and safety. Documentation of biopsies and findings in charting.
  • Familiar with SIS, system.
  • Recovery of in-patients after procedure managing complications and treating, ensuring patient is stable prior to transport back to the unit.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

RN

Lakewood Regional Medical Center
09.2001 - 01.2006
  • Perform thorough pre-procedure admission assessment, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, allergy verification, and baseline vitals signs.
  • Establish IV access, pre procedure medications, and provide patient education on procedure, sedation and post procedure expectations.
  • Managed post procedure therapy, pain control, and monitoring for complications such as bleeding, hypotension, or adverse reactions to sedation.
  • Provide comprehensive discharge instructions,

RN

Home Health Services
03.1997 - 08.1997
  • Home health 12hr caring for COPD patient.
  • Care applicable to diagnosis of COPD and Cardiac issues including monitoring of vital signs, administering of medication and treatments. Helped with some basic ADL.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

RN

Lakewood Regional Medical Center
02.1994 - 01.1997
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
  • Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

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Education

Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01-2015

Skills

  • GI procedure proficient
  • Strong communication skills
  • Team player in a fast paced environment
  • Experienced in various areas
  • ACLS
  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning

Timeline

RN

Hoag Endosopy Center
06.2013 - Current

RN

Irvine Regional Medical Center
07.2007 - 06.2014

RN

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
02.2006 - 07.2013

RN

Lakewood Regional Medical Center
09.2001 - 01.2006

RN

Home Health Services
03.1997 - 08.1997

RN

Lakewood Regional Medical Center
02.1994 - 01.1997

Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Olivia Nelson