Sharon Ballon
San Diego
Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) with extensive experience in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and effectively manage challenging patients and situations. Strong relationship-building skills with patients and families, emphasizing empathetic communication and exceptional customer service. Seeking a full-time position that leverages interpersonal skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select specialty Hospital
San Diego, California
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
LVN Floor Nurse
San Diego Post Acute
El Cajon, CA
04.2015 - Current
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's
- Administered prescribed medications
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
CNA
San Diego Post Acute
San Diego, CA
08.2011 - 04.2015
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Elementary Education
Siquijor State University
Siquijor,Philippines2004
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Medina College
Ozamiz City,Philippines2010
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan development
- Quality improvement
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select specialty Hospital
04.2022 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
San Diego Post Acute
04.2015 - Current
CNA
San Diego Post Acute
08.2011 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Elementary Education
Siquijor State University
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Medina College
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