Sydney Hock
Harrison,NY
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over three years of clinical experience. One of my greatest skills is communicating effectively with patients and families as well as providing high quality medical guidance to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Westmed Medical Group, Gastrointestinal Outpatient Unit
08.2021 - Current
- Perform pre-operative, intraoperative and postoperative care
- Perform evaluations using clinical knowledge to assess patients' condition prior to procedures as well as postoperatively
- Monitor patients' vital signs and oxygen levels post-anesthesia
- Call thirty plus patients 24 hours after discharge to evaluate their conditions and address if further treatments are needed
- Communicate effectively with physicians within current practice, as well as outside, including referrals and scheduling needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Saint Mary’s Hospital
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided direct patient care, including intravenous, insertions, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, emergency care, surgical preparation, blood product administration, nursing procedures, and use of life-saving measures
- Documented necessary patient information and assessments in timely manners to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - nursing
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2020
Skills
Vital Signs
Clinical skills
Technology
Patient care
Electronic medical records
Critical Care
Triage
Medication Administration
Communication
Teamwork
Computer proficiency
Accomplishments
- Registered Nurse, New York, Connecticut
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association
Volunteer
Ghana, Africa
- Volunteered in various units throughout the hospital with little resources available
- Communicate through translation in order to best assist patients
- Assist and care for a vulnerable population
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and competency
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Westmed Medical Group, Gastrointestinal Outpatient Unit
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Saint Mary’s Hospital
06.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - nursing
Sacred Heart University
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