Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Adept in computer documentation in Epic and Meditech
Comfortable placing IV catheters and starting and managing infusions
Maintain sterile technique during foley insertion
Able to accurately take patient histories, check vitals, assess the severity of a patient’s illness, and prioritize the most imminent concerns
Recognize if a patient codes or has a dangerous heart rhythm
Can maintain a level head, alert the response team, check pulse and breathing, and begin CPR appropriately
Fall risk protocols and proper safety measures
Comfortable with the various infection prevention and control measures