Salena Ward
Lawton
Summary
Dedicated student nurse with a background in telemetry monitoring and patient support. Skilled in managing multiple priorities while ensuring exceptional care, fostering strong team collaboration, and maintaining professionalism under pressure. Reliable and adaptable with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and professionalism. Proven ability to monitor patient status effectively and communicate changes promptly to enhance patient safety. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Duncan Regional Hospital
Duncan, OK
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient telemetry data to identify irregularities and notify healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythm patterns.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, balancing surveillance of multiple patients while also addressing urgent issues as they arose.
- Fostered strong relationships with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and excellent interpersonal skills at all times.
- Documented patient information and changes in condition for effective care continuity.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures related to confidentiality, infection control, and safety protocols during daily activities.
Carhop Server
Waynes Drive Inn
Lawton, OK
05.2006 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Managed order accuracy and timeliness during peak hours.
- Maintained positive and professional attitude to instill business confidence and promote repeat business with customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective communication and responsiveness.
- Maintained a positive attitude even during high-stress periods, contributing to an uplifting work environment for both colleagues and guests.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
Student Nurse Technician
Duncan Regional Hospital
Duncan, OK
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to registered nurses promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Supported pre-operative and post-operative procedures under supervision.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and active listening skills during interactions.
- Participated in educational opportunities to continually improve nursing knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care provided.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in performing wound care, catheter insertion, and medication administration under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients within the hospital facility.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK05-2026
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Continuous learning attitude
- Patient monitoring techniques
- Team collaboration
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Continuous improvement
- Heart rhythm interpretation
Timeline
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Duncan Regional Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Technician
Duncan Regional Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
Carhop Server
Waynes Drive Inn
05.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Oklahoma State College