Sonia Miles
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Hardworking critical care nursing professional bringing 10+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to hospice and critical care patients. Knowledgeable about acute care requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs, and committed to working with healthcare teams to deliver high-level service and support. Resourceful educator committed to increasing patient knowledge and wellbeing. Excellent track record of mentoring team members and leveraging care plan expertise to assist with treatment assessments and development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
University of Maryland Capitol Regional Hospital
2022.05 - Current
- Trauma level 2 - 312 Bed Facility - Teaching Hospital
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in neuro, surgical, trauma and medical ICU unit.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Educated patients on how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Travel Registered Nurse, COVID-19
Saint Vincent Medical Center
2021.07 - 2022.04
- Trauma Level 2 - 518 Bed Facility - Teaching Hospital
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient involving COVID-19.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center -Magnet
2021.03 - 2021.06
- TRAUMA LEVEL 1 - 1,019 Bed Facility - Teaching Hospital
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in surgical, trauma and medical ICU units.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma
- Managed care for surgical interventions for cancer patients including providing care post operatively for those returned with flaps.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Educated patients on how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Travel Register Nurse, COVID-19
Saint Vincent Medical Center, Mercy Health
2021.01 - 2021.03
- Trauma level 3 - 568 Bed Facility
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with COVID-19, heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
University Of Alabama Hospital-Magnet
2020.09 - 2020.12
- TRAUMA LEVEL 1 - 1,157 Bed Facility - Teaching Hospital
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge from unit.
- Evaluated patient pain, nausea, difficulty breathing and fear and agitation in recovery room and employed various nursing interventions to manage vulnerabilities.
- Assessed patient incision site, monitored body temperature and tracked other indicators of stability or complications.
- Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information.
Travel Registered Nurse Covid-19
Intregis Baptist Hospital-Magnet
2020.07 - 2020.09
- Trauma Level 3 - 506 Bed Facility
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient involving COVID-19.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management and extensive wound care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping families regain or improve coping abilities.
Travel Register Nurse COVID-19 Emergency Response
Navicent Medical Center -Magnet
2020.05 - 2020.07
- TRAUMA LEVEL 1 - 637 Bed Facility - Teaching Hospital
- Operating and providing care for Georgia Emergency Management Covid-19 mobile field unit .
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Register Nurse, ER
South Georgia Medical Center
2019.04 - 2020.07
- Provided emergency care for patients suffering from respiratory and cardiac episodes.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
2020.02 - 2020.05
- Trauma Level 2 - 772 Bed Facility - Teaching Facility
- Provided compassionate direct nursing care to Covid-19 patients.
- Correctly dons and doffs.
- Effectively inserts IVs, draw, labs cardiac monitoring, provide education related to Covid-19, quarantine, and complications
- Accurately obtains immediate assessments and identifies patient's cultural, spiritual, physical/developmental, psychosocial, and learning needs.
- Meeting staffing needs in CVMS-ICU and Neuro-ICU,
- Providing quality care to critical care patients suffering from endocrine, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, urinary disorders, cardiac failure, injuries, and debilitating conditions
- Care for patients with various neurological disorders with the emphasis of patients with strokes and aneurysms, vascular malformations, post TPA treatment, spinal cord injuries and traumatic head injuries.
- Monitor CVP, MAP and BP, drawing lab work, and managed care of arterial lines.
- Effectively performs and assist with procedures, including ventilator maintenance, central line placement, sheath removal, hemodynamic and cardiac monitoring, chest tube insertion, point of care, etc
- Monitor telemetry and respond to codes
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
2019.05 - 2019.11
- Trauma Level 2 - 772 Bed Facility - Teaching Facility
- Accurately obtains immediate assessments and identifies patient's cultural, spiritual, physical/developmental, psychosocial, and learning needs.
- Meeting staffing needs in CVMS-ICU and Neuro-ICU,
- Providing quality care to critical care patients suffering from endocrine, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, urinary disorders, cardiac failure, injuries, and debilitating conditions
- Care for patients with various neurological disorders with emphasis of patients with strokes and aneurysms, vascular malformations, post TPA treatment, spinal cord injuries and traumatic head injuries.
- Monitor CVP, MAP and BP, drawing lab work, and managed care of arterial lines.
- Effectively performs and assist with procedures, including ventilator maintenance, central line placement, sheath removal, hemodynamic and cardiac monitoring, chest tube insertion, point of care, etc
- Monitor telemetry and respond to codes
Travel Registered Nurse, Stepdown ICU
Houston Medical Center
2019.01 - 2019.04
- Trauma level 3 - 237 Bed Facility
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 4 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Navicent Medical Center - Magnet
2018.01 - 2018.12
- TRAUMA LEVEL 1 - 637 Bed Facility - Teaching Hospital
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in neuro, surgical, trauma and medical ICU unit.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Educated patients on how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Travel Registered Nurse, Stepdown ICU
Archbold Medical Center
2017.09 - 2017.12
- Trauma Level 2 - 264 Bed Facility
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 4 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
South Georgia Medical Center
2016.06 - 2017.09
- Trauma level 2 - 418 Bed Facility
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
- Assessed patients, collecting data and prioritizing cases in accordance with standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 2-3 patients daily.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
Nurse Unit Manager
Lakehaven Nursing Home, Pruitt Health
2011.06 - 2016.08
- 90-bed long term care and rehabilitation facility
- Supervised , directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Participated in hiring, discipline, and termination process
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, families and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Ensures policy, procedures, state and federal guidelines are upheld
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote long term care quality and safety initiatives .
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Operated wound care program and perform wound care at a level that exceeds expectation
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed total of 40 nurses and certified nursing assistance as well as activities by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standard.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Engaged and participated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Georgia State College
Douglas, GA2008
Practical Nursing Diplomia - Nursing
Moultrie Technical College
Moultrie, GA1998
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Accurate Documentation
- Diet and Nutrition
- Compassionate and Caring
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Preventive Healthcare
- Patient Care Assessment
- Disease Processes
- Patient Assessments
- EMR Systems
- Sleep Pattern Disturbances
Certification
- Georgia Register Nurse Compact License - RN196058
- Basic Life Support Expires 2024
- Advance Cardiac Life Support Expires 2023
- TNCC Expires 2024
Work Availability
monday
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saturday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
University of Maryland Capitol Regional Hospital
2022.05 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, COVID-19
Saint Vincent Medical Center
2021.07 - 2022.04
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center -Magnet
2021.03 - 2021.06
Travel Register Nurse, COVID-19
Saint Vincent Medical Center, Mercy Health
2021.01 - 2021.03
Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
University Of Alabama Hospital-Magnet
2020.09 - 2020.12
Travel Registered Nurse Covid-19
Intregis Baptist Hospital-Magnet
2020.07 - 2020.09
Travel Register Nurse COVID-19 Emergency Response
Navicent Medical Center -Magnet
2020.05 - 2020.07
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
2020.02 - 2020.05
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
2019.05 - 2019.11
Register Nurse, ER
South Georgia Medical Center
2019.04 - 2020.07
Travel Registered Nurse, Stepdown ICU
Houston Medical Center
2019.01 - 2019.04
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Navicent Medical Center - Magnet
2018.01 - 2018.12
Travel Registered Nurse, Stepdown ICU
Archbold Medical Center
2017.09 - 2017.12
Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
South Georgia Medical Center
2016.06 - 2017.09
Nurse Unit Manager
Lakehaven Nursing Home, Pruitt Health
2011.06 - 2016.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Georgia State College
Practical Nursing Diplomia - Nursing
Moultrie Technical College
- Georgia Register Nurse Compact License - RN196058
- Basic Life Support Expires 2024
- Advance Cardiac Life Support Expires 2023
- TNCC Expires 2024
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