Prudence Bergin
VICTORVILLE
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at St. Mary Medical Center, excelling in critical care and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and collaborative care planning. Skilled in mentoring staff and implementing quality improvement initiatives, ensuring high standards of care and safety in diverse clinical settings.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Cardiac Cath Lab
St. Mary Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
- Administered patient care, including medication administration and vital sign monitoring.
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring compliance with treatment protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored health strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance care experiences.
- Assist the cardiologist during procedures, such as angioplasty, stent placements, or electrophysiology studies.
- monitor vital signs, ECG reading, and hemodynamic data.
- Maintain a sterile field and ensure adherence to infection control protocols.
- Evaluated patient outcomes to refine treatment plans and improve overall care delivery standards.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse-Manager
St. Mary Medical Center
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Developed and implemented departmental policies to enhance operational efficiency and patient safety.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on clinical procedures and best practices in patient management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care plans tailored to patient needs and outcomes.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for skill enhancement and professional growth among staff.
- Coordinated educational programs to keep nursing staff updated on the latest healthcare protocols and technologies.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
St. Mary Medical
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Monitored vital signs and implemented care plans for critically ill patients in ICU.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline workflow processes.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on ICU protocols and patient care best practices.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient condition and response to treatment interventions.
- Developed and maintained accurate patient documentation in electronic health record systems.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
Registered Nurse-Surgical
Dr. Ali Tehrani
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Delivered patient-centered care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and treatments, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse-Telemetry
St. Mary Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapies according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care efficiency.
- Mentored new nursing staff on telemetry practices and departmental procedures.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications for better health outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02-2026
Nursing
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA12-2009
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication management
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- Precepting
- Performing ekgs
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
ACLS
BLS
CCRN
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Cardiac Cath Lab
St. Mary Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse-Manager
St. Mary Medical Center
01.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse-Surgical
Dr. Ali Tehrani
03.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
St. Mary Medical
01.2012 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse-Telemetry
St. Mary Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Nursing
Victor Valley College
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