Sigrid Silva
MA - Danvers,MA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with 15+ years of expertise in emergency services, patient care and team leadership. Passionate about driving positive outcomes for diverse patient groups. Dedicated to enhancing quality of care and patient outcomes. Patient-oriented, compassionate nursing professional experienced in patient care and advocacy within units. Accomplished at implementing policies, procedures and protocols to achieve core measures benchmarks. Caring and attentive preceptor dedicated to optimizing nurses' skills and knowledge. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 19+ year record in field. Hardworking and reliable RN with strong ability in Various kills Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Beverly, MA
06.2014 - Current
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Facilitated communication between members of the health team regarding changes in patient status or plan of care modifications.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the unit to ensure efficient workflow was being maintained at all times.
- Provided guidance and support to junior nursing staff in order to maintain standards of excellence in patient care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided leadership for night shift nurses by setting an example through professional conduct and positive attitude.
- Ensured compliance with established policies and procedures related to patient safety regulations.
Preceptor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Woburn, MA
01.2012 - Current
- Educated preceptees on evidence-based practice guidelines and standards of care for specific populations.
- Helped students make optimal educational and career choices to maximize learning and long-term vocational benefits.
- Supported professional development initiatives among existing staff members.
- Promoted an environment conducive to fostering open communication between nurses, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
- Worked with students to ensure comprehensive success.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using various methods.
Nursing Staff Member
Encompass Health Rehab Hospital
Woburn, MA
10.2009 - Current
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Oklahoma University
Lawton, OK05-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Linguistics
Cameron University
Lawton, OK05-2001
Associate of Science - Psychology
Cameron University
Lawton, OK05-2001
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Licensed RN
- Patient Care Planning
- Ward Management
- Patient Care Assignment
- Duty Delegation
- Compassionate and Patient
Languages
German
Professional
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Accomplishments
- GPA 3.88
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2014 - Current
Preceptor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2012 - Current
Nursing Staff Member
Encompass Health Rehab Hospital
10.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Oklahoma University
Associate of Applied Science - Linguistics
Cameron University
Associate of Science - Psychology
Cameron University
- ACLS
- BLS
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