Rita SMITH
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bryan Health Medical Center
LINCOLN, NE
12.2020 - 01.2024
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Registered Nurse
Aya health care
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment of physical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient.
- Provided supportive counseling through difficult times during hospitalization or illness.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Performed clinical assessments including histories and physical examinations for both pre-admission screening and post-operative follow up visits.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Registered Nurse
Bryan Health Medical Center
LINCOLN, NE
12.2015 - 01.2020
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
Diploma in Nursing. 3 Year Program - Nursing
Jennie Edmondson School of Nursing
Council Bluffs, IA05-1992
Skills
- Data Collection
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Health Care Consultation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chart Updating
- Diabetes Management
- Supply Restocking
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Medical Assessment
- Infectious Disease Control
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Medication Administration
- Medication Distribution
- Physical Assessments
- Collecting Vitals
- Patient Care
- Patient Discharging
- [Language] Fluency
- SBAR Communication
- Documenting Vitals
- Taking Vitals
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Epic EHR Management
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Family Education
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Emotional Awareness
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bryan Health Medical Center
12.2020 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Aya health care
01.2019 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
Bryan Health Medical Center
12.2015 - 01.2020
Diploma in Nursing. 3 Year Program - Nursing
Jennie Edmondson School of Nursing
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