Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff Nurse with extensive experience at Christiana Care Health System, excelling in patient education and emergency procedures. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective medication administration and strong clinical judgment. Committed to fostering positive patient outcomes and delivering exceptional care in high-pressure environments.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
University of Delaware
09.2023 - Current
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for parents seeking guidance on their child''s immunization status or other pertinent health information.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, monitoring for adverse reactions or side effects in a timely manner.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for new students, identifying potential concerns and developing individualized care plans.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective care planning and delivery, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Travel Licensed Practical Nurse
ASH Staffing
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Skillfully operated medical equipment and technology to monitor vital signs, deliver treatments, and support patient comfort.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment to prioritize urgent situations and effectively triage patients in need of immediate attention.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
LPN Nursing Supervisor/ Staff Nursing
Stonegates Long Term Care
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment by enforcing infection control measures and facility regulations.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
- Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support and education on care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed 4 nurses and 5 CNA's per shift with a total of 25 resident's by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Christiana Care Health System
02.2005 - 02.2021
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students completing their clinical rotations in the emergency department setting; offering guidance on best practices related to clinical decision-making processes.
- Utilized advanced nursing skills such as IV insertion, wound care management, EKG interpretation, splinting/casting application among others to provide exceptional patient-centered care.
- Performed minor procedures and assisted physicians with suturing procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple tasks concurrently in an unpredictable and fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
06-2000
- Nominated for Student of the year
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Skill development
- Vaccine administration
- Emergency procedures
- Health promotion
- Epic, PNC EMR sofware
- Geriatric nursing
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3-4 nurse's and 4 CNA's per shift
Nominated for LPN of the Year 2019 for the whole state of Delaware
Certification
- Certified IV insertion at Christiana Care ER 2028
- BLS certified at University of Delaware 2025
Daisy Award Nominee 2024-2025
The Daisy award. It signifies that a nurse has been recognized for providing extraordinary compassionate care and making a positive impact on patients, families, or colleagues. It's a globally recognized award program that celebrated nurses and their contributions
ACHA AWARD
ACHA AWARD 2025. In acknowledgement of your quality work as recoquized by positive feedback on the ACHA patient Satisfaction Survey.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Staff Nurse - University of Delaware
09.2023 - Current
Travel Licensed Practical Nurse - ASH Staffing
06.2023 - 07.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Bayada Home Health
04.2021 - 08.2023
LPN Nursing Supervisor/ Staff Nursing - Stonegates Long Term Care
03.2021 - 02.2023
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department - Christiana Care Health System
02.2005 - 02.2021
Delaware Skills Adult Center - No Degree, Practical Nursing
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