Portia Bowen-Allen
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified Emergency/Psych RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 20+ year record in field.
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Health Central Hospital
Ocoee, FL
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL04.1997
Skills
- Unit Administration
- Medical Screening
- Patient Monitoring
- Instrument Sterilization
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Procedure Assistance
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Medical Supply Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Health Central Hospital
08.2006 - 07.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oakwood University