Sandra Bench
Hurricane
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong background in post-anesthesia care and 28 years experience in nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, pain management, and critical care. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and achieving positive patient outcomes. Reliable and flexible with focus on delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environment. ACLS and PALS certified
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
St. Mary's Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
- Streamlined communication between surgical team members, facilitating efficient transitions of care from the operating room to the PACU.
- Utilized electronic health records effectively to document patient information, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility for the healthcare team.
- Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and pain levels after surgery.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
St. Mary's Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Medical Center
05.1999 - 01.2014
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ Online05-2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05-1999
Skills
- Charge Nurse in PACU and ICU overflow patients
- PALS
- Delegation
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Airway management
- Anesthesia recovery
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
St. Mary's Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
St. Mary's Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2019
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Medical Center
05.1999 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marshall University
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