ROCHELLE BORDERS
Thonotosassa,FL
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 13 years of healthcare experience. Proficient in providing care to various patient populations. Proven ability to handle medical emergency situations while under pressure. Dedicated and reliable worker with interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, Hematology Oncology
Moffitt Cancer Center
07.2023 - Current
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Travel Registered Nurse, Over Flow
Advent Health Tampa
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
St. Thomas University
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed patients across life span
- Collaboratively established plan of care with doctors and advanced practice professionals
- Managed medication and follow-up plans
- Input clinical documentation in EMR
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care to diverse populations.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
Travel Registered Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant
Moffitt Cancer Center
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Administered medications, blood products, and other treatments according to protocol while monitoring patient responses.
- Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
- Provided compassionate care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, and stem cell transplants.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized care plans for oncology and bone marrow transplant patients.
Travel Registered Nurse, PCU
Doctors Hospital Of Sarasota
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced patient care in PCU by closely monitoring vital signs and administering appropriate treatments.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between medical professionals, ensuring timely updates on patient status and treatment plans.
Travel ER Registered Nurse - ER Over Floor/Cardiac Registered Nurse
West Marion Community Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate medical assessments in the ER setting.
- Reduced wait times for patients by streamlining triage processes and prioritizing critical cases.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by delivering timely, high-quality nursing interventions during emergencies.
Travel Nurse Telemetry
North Florida Medical Centers
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Boosted patient comfort levels during extended periods of bed rest or mobility restrictions through proactive pain management interventions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Blake Medical Center
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to Telemetry patients.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs, telemetry readings, and interpreting data for medical staff.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely administration of medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning and thorough patient education on self-care management.
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing attentive post-operative care and monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced complications by administering medications accurately and timely according to physician orders.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a safe and sterile environment for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Advent Health Wesley Chapel
12.2018 - 02.2021
- .Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and promptly addressing any potential hazards within the unit.
- Utilized electronic medical records systems effectively, maintaining accurate documentation of patient interactions and treatment progress.
Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Medical Unit
St. Joseph's Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Provided high-quality care to critically ill patients by administering medications and performing diagnostic tests.
- Expedited critical medical interventions through timely recognition of early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Patient Care Technician
ST. Joseph's Hospital
12.2011 - 10.2017
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
ADEX Medical Staffing/ RN Network/ AMN Healthcare/ – Registered Nurse
Tampa
12.2019 - 02.2023
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on Medical-Surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
St. Thomas University
Miami, FL12.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Utica College
St. Petersburg, FL05.2017
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
University of South Florida
Miami, FL08.2014
Skills
- Patient examination
- Vitals monitoring
- Time management
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Lab result evaluation
- Clinical Documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Care
- Phlebotomy
- Clinical Documentation
- Reliable
- CPR/AED
- Meditech/Cerner/EPIC/Athena
Personal Information
Title: MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Certification
● Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: Florida Board of Nursing
APRN License Number: 11027021
● Registered Nurse: Florida State Board of Nursing
RN License Number: 9470976
● Basic Life Support (BLS)
● Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
● National Institution of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, Hematology Oncology
Moffitt Cancer Center
07.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Over Flow
Advent Health Tampa
12.2022 - 02.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant
Moffitt Cancer Center
01.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, PCU
Doctors Hospital Of Sarasota
10.2021 - 12.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
St. Thomas University
06.2021 - 11.2022
Travel ER Registered Nurse - ER Over Floor/Cardiac Registered Nurse
West Marion Community Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2021
Travel Nurse Telemetry
North Florida Medical Centers
07.2020 - 09.2020
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Blake Medical Center
03.2020 - 05.2020
ADEX Medical Staffing/ RN Network/ AMN Healthcare/ – Registered Nurse
Tampa
12.2019 - 02.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Advent Health Wesley Chapel
12.2018 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Medical Unit
St. Joseph's Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2019
Patient Care Technician
ST. Joseph's Hospital
12.2011 - 10.2017
Master of Science in Nursing -
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Utica College
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
University of South Florida
● Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: Florida Board of Nursing
APRN License Number: 11027021
● Registered Nurse: Florida State Board of Nursing
RN License Number: 9470976
● Basic Life Support (BLS)
● Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
● National Institution of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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