PR PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Graduate Nurse with Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Valparaiso University. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse. Collaborates with patients and family to offer theory-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with members of interdisciplinary team. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. In the process of studying for my Nursing license.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Grad Nurse Extern
Northwest Health
Valparaiso, IN
06.2023 - Current
Performed basic procedures and care activities to treat patient physical ailments and emotional needs and fostered collaborative relationship to identify causes, symptoms or explanations resulting in proper diagnosis and appropriate treatments
Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities
Instructed and counseled patients and family in meeting nursing and related needs to support plan of care
Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge
Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNICIAN
Cardiology Associates
Hammond, IN
01.2006 - 09.2010
Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness
Updated subject matter knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications
Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment
Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity
Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
VNA Clinic, Hospice & Home Health
Valparaiso, IN
Clinical Practicum
Methodist Hospital
Merrillville, IN
Administered medications (instructor supervised)
Performed assessment
Managed and prioritized a full patient load
Participated in hand-off report
Transport patients to a different unit, Med-Surg Unit (70 hours)
Northwest Health, Valparaiso, IN, L&D, Postpartum (70 hours), Intensive Care Unit (140 hours
CLINICAL ROTATION & HOURS, Northwest Health
Valparaiso, IN
Med
Surg (70 hours)
Franciscan Health
City, Michigan
IN, Med-Surg Unit, ER, ICU, PCU (70 hours)
Porter Starke
Valparaiso, IN
Psychiatry (70 hours)
Marsh Elementary School
, Michigan
City, In Peds (70 hours
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valparaiso University
08.2022
Certificate of Cardiology Technician, Cardiology -
Medical Career Institute
09.2004
Associate of Science -
Purdue University
05.2000
Degree - Nursing Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Skills
S SKILLS & CLINICAL SKILLS
Assisting Physicians
Patient Treatment
Quality Patient Care
Holter Monitoring
Monitoring Vitals
ADLs Assistance
Intramuscular Injections
IV Removal
Medication Administration
Basic Nursing Care
Mobility Assistance
Task Prioritization
Patient Assessments
Compassionate and Caring
Interests
ACTIVITIES
, Phi Theta Kappa, Member September 2018 - Current
Honor Society, Member
1
Timeline
Grad Nurse Extern
Northwest Health
06.2023 - Current
CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNICIAN
Cardiology Associates
01.2006 - 09.2010
VNA Clinic, Hospice & Home Health
Clinical Practicum
Methodist Hospital
CLINICAL ROTATION & HOURS, Northwest Health
Franciscan Health
Porter Starke
Marsh Elementary School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valparaiso University
Certificate of Cardiology Technician, Cardiology -