Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual's needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Utilized EPIC to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
Nurse Extern (Med-Surg Float Pool)
Advocate Christ Medical Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Utilize training received in nursing school and apply them while working alongside a registered nurse before graduation
Collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education, and developmental needs and patient/family preferences
Administer medications under the direct supervision of an RN
Completes activities of daily living, vital sign completion, and blood glucose monitoring
Manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into shift routine
Improved patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized nursing plans.
Enhanced communication between interdisciplinary teams for better patient outcomes.
Provided compassionate care to patients during difficult times, promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
Demonstrated adaptability by working seamlessly across various clinical units based on staffing needs or volume fluctuations within the hospital setting.
Certified Nursing Assistant (Float Pool)
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
08.2021 - 01.2023
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Routinely monitor and record patient vitals and blood sugars
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Ability to adapt swiftly by floating to multiple units (Including Oncology, Telemetry, Med-Surg, Orthopedics, and ICU)
Utilized routinely as a patient sitter for patients with behavioral and mental health issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
05.2023
Skills
Clinical Judgment
Documentation Utilizing EPIC Software
Compassionate Care
Patient Advocacy
Problem Solving
Team Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Organizational Skills
Certification
American Heart Association BLS Certified (December 2022)
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