Accomplished hardworking Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Matagorda Regional Medical Center, enhancing patient outcomes through critical care and effective patient and family advocacy. Skilled in medication administration and fostering team leadership, demonstrated by mentoring new staff. Expertise in direct patient care and advanced cardiac life support, consistently prioritizing patient needs and safety.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Pharmacy Technician
Hopkins Health Mart
01.2002 - 01.2018
Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
05.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galveston College
Galveston, TX
08.2020
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound Care
Telemetry monitoring
Licensed RN
Family Education
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Critical Care
Nursing staff leadership
Lab result interpretation
Performing EKGs
Intake and discharge
Certification
PALS
NRP
ACLS
BLS
TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Hopkins Health Mart
01.2002 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galveston College
PALS
NRP
ACLS
BLS
TNCC
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