Ruth Kuria
Conroe
Summary
Dynamic and critical care registered nurse with 8 years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care and creating individualized plans for families and patients. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Building strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and excellent customer service is consistently a priority.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge RN
Woodland Springs Behavioral Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self harm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Contributed to improved team morale by demonstrating a positive attitude, supporting colleagues during challenging situations, and celebrating shared successes.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored nursing care plans for individuals with psychiatric disorders.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, promoting professional growth and development within the team.
- Conducted ongoing performance evaluations for nursing staff members, addressing areas of concern and providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
Resource ICU/ IMU RN
HEALTH TRUST WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Medical Centre Of Southeast Texas
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2024
Skills
- Ventilator Management
- Nursing Protocol Design
- Patient Care Prioritization
- HIPAA Compliance Knowledge
- Electronic Medical Record Charting
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Interpreting EKGs/ rhythms
- Staff Coordination
- Central Venous Lines/ PICC Lines management
- Endotracheal Intubation management
- Sedation Management
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Inotropes titration
- Team Coordination
- Precepting
- Nursing staff leadership
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Crisis Intervention
- Discharge Planning
- Strong Communication Skills
Certification
- Texas RN License (active)
- ACLS (active)
- BLS (active)
- NIHSS (active)
Timeline
Behavioral Health Charge RN
Woodland Springs Behavioral Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Resource ICU/ IMU RN
HEALTH TRUST WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS
09.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Medical Centre Of Southeast Texas
04.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
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