Ruby Granger, RN
Centennial,CO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in patient care from cardiovascular and neurological patient populations, including those with epilepsy. History of remaining calm under pressure and skillful handling of patient satisfaction and family or visitor communication and customer service along with the deescalation of high-stress situations. Develops strong relationships with patients and families in the pursuit of efficient and whole person care and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Nurse Manager
Someren Glen Retirement Community
12.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking and time management in arranging resident's appointments and transportation
- Customer service in recovering service failures and communicating between residents, care team and family
- Leading by example by managing a team of RNs, LPNs and CNAs
Registered Nurse
Someren Glen Retirement Community
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conducted resident assessments in pursuit of rehab care and resident improvement.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects.
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses along with thorough patient assessments to identify changes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' care plans and needs.
- Communicated with patients and provided education about care and collaboration with the whole care team, including but not limited to: family, physicians and respiratory therapy.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines.
- Provided specialized care such as cardiac and neuro assessments in heart attack, stroke and epilepsy patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adventist Health System
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Provided high-quality care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity and promoting patient independence and comfort.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for wellbeing.
- Provided whole person care and therapeutic communication with patients to lessen worry, fear and concerns where able.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO05.2021
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- ACLS Training - 2021-2024
- BLS Training - 2014-present
Timeline
RN Nurse Manager
Someren Glen Retirement Community
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Someren Glen Retirement Community
04.2024 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System
10.2021 - 04.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adventist Health System
08.2018 - 10.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arapahoe Community College
References
Nadine Jessen, Patient Satisfaction Coordinator, Advent Health Systems
303-859-7397 - Nadine.Jessen@AdventHealth.com
David Fendrich, Education Coordinator, Advent Health Systems
303-916-9218 - David.Fendrich@AdventHealth.com
Amber Hall, DON, Someren Glen Retirement Community
303-562-6549 - ahall@clcliving.org