Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinic Triage Nurse
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
06.2022 - Current
Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Perform medication administration, vitals, IV therapy, EKGs, Spirometry, physical assessments, Phlebotomy, wound care, diabetic education, and suture removal.
Educated patients on self-care strategies and preventative measures to minimize future health complications.
Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
Assisted with training new nursing staff on triage procedures, contributing to the overall growth of the team''s competencies.
Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing acute symptoms, offering emotional support and comfort during stressful situations.
Provided clear and concise instructions to patients regarding home care plans, ensuring proper understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
Conducted thorough physical assessments to identify potential underlying issues that may require further medical attention or intervention.
Registered Nurse
Largo Medical Center
09.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse on the medical surgical telemetry floor.
Managed care from admission to discharge of 7 patients at a time.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Bellaire Health Care Center
08.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse for rehabilitation of 21-32 patients at a time.
Managed care from admission to discharge
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention
Stock Clerk
Publix
01.2016 - 08.2021
Formulate a plan of action to organize and sort multiple pallets of merchandise to distribute to the sales floor.
Memorize returning customers names in order to create a warm and welcoming environment.
Calculate and record inventory amounts in order to streamline the ordering process.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Odessa, FL
04.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
12.2018 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL
06.2014 - 07.2015
Skills
JMP Software Proficient
BLS-AED Certified
C-SSRS Certified
NIHSS Certified
Meditech
eCW
Licenseexpiry
04/30/25
Activitiesvolunteer
OneBlood Volunteer, 2017, Ensure the comfort of the donor by providing food and beverages.
Create a strong foundation of trust with the donor by building a sympathetic and caring bond.
Disinfects donor chairs before and between donations ensuring a clean and safe environment for the donor and team.