Accomplished Emergency Department RN Staff Nurse at Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes, adept in airway management, Cardiac Emergencies and Stroke care. Active participant in mentorship programs, enhancing team proficiency in emergency medical treatment. Demonstrated excellence in triage and assessment, significantly improving patient care outcomes.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 14 years of diverse experience in direct patient care.
Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Patients experiencing Mental and emotional Crisis.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department RN Staff Nurse
Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes
Camden, NJ
05.2012 - Current
Regularly attended continuing education classes and workshops, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in emergency nursing practices and patient care techniques.
Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families, fostering open communication channels during challenging medical situations.
Maintained compliance with hospital policies and procedures, adhering to strict infection control practices to reduce the spread of disease.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Conducted thorough physical assessments on each patient upon arrival, identifying urgent needs or potential complications requiring immediate attention.
Managed critical patient situations by utilizing advanced cardiac life support and trauma nursing skills.
Provided mentorship to new nursing staff, sharing clinical knowledge and best practices for effective patient care.
Expedited admissions process for critically ill patients, ensuring timely access to necessary treatments and interventions.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Emergency Department Technician
Virtua Our Lady Of
12.2010 - 05.2012
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
Conducted regular inventory checks of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels within the Emergency Department.
Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Medical CenterEmergency Room Registered Nurse at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center