Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive perianesthesia care experience. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
9 Years 3 Months
AdventHealth Hendersonville | 05.2017 - Current
Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and recorded patient response.
Reduced complications by quickly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Unit
3 Years 6 Months
Park Ridge Health | 11.2013 - 05.2017
Performed thorough head to toe assessment on hospitalized patients.
Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Skilled in placement of peripheral IV catheters using various ultrasound.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Carolina University | Asheville, NC | 08-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College | Asheville, NC | 05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology
College of Charleston | Charleston, SC | 05-2000
Skills
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Medication and IV administration
IV fluid administration
Nursing staff leadership
Nursing Plan Development and Modification
Affiliations
American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN)
North Carolina Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (NCAPAN)