Pamela Distin
Durango,CO
Summary
Dynamic Orthopedic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Centura Health, excelling in patient care assessment and critical thinking. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in healthcare program planning, fostering a supportive environment that promotes optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Centura Health
11.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations to identify patient needs and improve care strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
Server Manager
Switchback Taco
07.2018 - 10.2022
- Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
- Handled guest complaints in positively and offered appreciation tokens to build customer loyalty.
- Established team strengths and weaknesses and exploited opportunities to boost employee output and customer satisfaction.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Riverhouse Children's Center
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College
Mancos, CO05.2022
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Centura Health
11.2022 - Current
Server Manager
Switchback Taco
07.2018 - 10.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
Riverhouse Children's Center
09.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College