Loyal, motivated, patient-focused Registered Nurse with excellent communication skills seeks a position with a company whose primary goals are positive patient outcomes and career development
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
NICU, Henrico Doctors Hospital
Henrico , Va
01.2021 - Current
Attend deliveries and function as the primary NRP-certified nurse attending to the infant
Manage Neonates on oxygen therapy including noninvasive mechanical ventilation, biphasic positive airway pressure, continuous positive pressure , and nasal cannula
Provide direct patient care to neonates in accordance with established policies and procedure.
Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
LPN
LPN, Rehabilitation Services, Johnston, Hospital
Willis
03.2018 - 07.2019
Collaborated with physicians and other team members to develop individualized care plans
Completed patient and family education to reinforce lifestyle adjustments and patient
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Dunlop House Assisted Living
05.2017 - 02.2018
Participated in and provided input on hiring, performance evaluations, terminations, and progressive discipline of direct care staff
Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling.
Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
CNA, Float Pool
John Randolph Hospital
02.2014 - 12.2015
Floated between the general medical, surgical, orthopedic, neurologic, and cardiac floors
Performed patient care efficiently and reported pertinent information to assigned nurse.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Private Duty
CNA
12.2013 - 01.2015
Provided companionship and emotional and psychological support
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Transported client to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Customer Service Manager
Cintas
03.2008 - 06.2010
Provided prompt problem resolution within customer accounts, primarily by working over the phone with customers and keying information into the AS/400 database system
Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
Reviewed repeated issues within operations and business management to solve problems and improve company outcomes.
Assisted with pricing questions, inventory availability and changes to existing order and shipping information.
Assumed ownership over team productivity and managed work flow to meet or exceed quality service goals.