Surinder Nagra
Folsom,CA
Summary
Skilled professional with 20+ years of nursing experience seeking an RN position with competitive and stable organization
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric RN
Heritage Oaks HOSPITAL
2018.03 - Current
- Provided care to acutely mentally ill and emotionally disturbed patients, some with dual diagnosis; medical-surgical issues
- Performed duties such as, EKGs, admission, discharges, administered and monitored treatment regimens
- Observed and accurately recorded and reported behavioral changes in a timely manner
- Worked with team to maintain calm and peaceful milieu, conducive to mental healing process
- Observed facility’s policy and procedure, as well as OSHA and CDC safety rules for COVID-19
- Hours/Week Worked in a long-term care facility caring for varied patient population, requiring RN: Folsom Convalescent Hospital, Folsom CA
Registered Nurse
Mountain Manor Care
2016.01 - Current
- Worked in adult sub-acute care in a multidisciplinary and multicultural, tight-knit team environment
- Responsible for patients
- Medication, communication with doctors, pharmacy and families to inform of abnormalities and follow-ups
- Responsible for completing all relevant documentation, including charting of medical records using a computerized system
- Performed as part of an interdisciplinary team and actively participated in team meetings.
On-call RN
Roseville Care Center
2012.01 - Current
- Responsible for completing all relevant documentation, including charting of medical records using a computerized system
- Documented visit notes, treatments and care in consultation with interdisciplinary team to confirm complete and accurate physician orders that covered care and visits provided.
- Performed as part of an interdisciplinary team and actively participated in team meetings.
- Exercised good nursing judgment in addressing symptoms and concerns, re-educating and assessing patient condition to deliver quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
2002.01 - 2016.01
- Responsible for patients' medication, communication with doctors, pharmacy and families to inform of abnormalities and follow-ups
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Responsible for completing all relevant documentation, including charting of medical records using 1 computerized system
- Performed as part of an interdisciplinary team and actively participated in team meetings.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
2007.01 - 2012.01
- Worked in an acute-care facility with complex patients and nursing care needs
- Worked alongside a multidisciplinary team providing excellent nursing care for respiratory, s/p cardiac surgery, stroke, cancer, dialysis, and orthopedic patients
- Multiple letters of compliments from my patients in praise of my excellent nursing care
- Awarded Employee of the Month.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Folsom Convalescent Hospital
2005.01 - 2012.01
- Assistance s/p hip replacement, GT tube care, and would care treatments
- Responsible for medications, communication with physicians and families regarding changes in condition.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
CNA
Kaiser Hospital
2000.01 - 2002.01
- Worked in acute-care and mainly provided bedside care
- Performed nursing care functions such as checking vitals, removing and/or applying dressings for RN/LVN, cleaning or irrigating wound after assessment and instructions, assessment by shaving and skin preparation, etc
- Responded to acute emergency situations following established procedures; oriented patients to system policies and practices; administered medications; performed immunizations; organized treatment rooms prior to surgery or examinations, and assisted with patient examinations and treatments.
CNA
Registries
1998.01 - 2000.01
- Provided bed side care for patients in long-term care facilities and at home
- Performed nursing care functions such as checking vitals, removing and/or applying dressings for assessment by RN/LVN, cleaning or irrigating wound after assessment and instructions, shaving and skin preparation, ear washes, NG insertion and lavage, urinary catheter insertion and irrigation, reinforce standardized self-care procedures.
Medical Assistant
San Jose Medical Center
1988.01 - 1996.01
- Worked in acute-care and provided administrative and nursing functions
- Clinical functions included: blood draws, collecting specimen, taking patient history, and assisting doctor in any additional necessary duties
- Administrative duties included maintaining records and communicating follow ups.
Medical Assistant Student
Bryman Campus
1988.01 - 1989.01
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Medical Assistant
San Jose Medical Center
1988.01 - 1989.01
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Nursing Student
General Nursing, School of Nursing - Irwin Hospital
1983.01 - 1986.01
- Honor roll in all subjects at both schools
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
General Nursing (Medical/Surgical Nursing) School
New Delhi, India1986
Skills
- Healthcare Program Planning
- Patient Admission
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Medication Education
- Psychiatric Disorders
- Routine Examinations
- Intramuscular Injections
- Emergency Response
- Mental Health Assessments
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Care Assessment
- Therapy and Counseling
Timeline
Psychiatric RN
Heritage Oaks HOSPITAL
2018.03 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mountain Manor Care
2016.01 - Current
On-call RN
Roseville Care Center
2012.01 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
2007.01 - 2012.01
Registered Nurse
Folsom Convalescent Hospital
2005.01 - 2012.01
Registered Nurse
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
2002.01 - 2016.01
CNA
Kaiser Hospital
2000.01 - 2002.01
CNA
Registries
1998.01 - 2000.01
Medical Assistant Student
Bryman Campus
1988.01 - 1989.01
Medical Assistant
San Jose Medical Center
1988.01 - 1996.01
Medical Assistant
San Jose Medical Center
1988.01 - 1989.01
Nursing Student
General Nursing, School of Nursing - Irwin Hospital
1983.01 - 1986.01
Associate of Science - Nursing
General Nursing (Medical/Surgical Nursing) School
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