Observant Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering 13-year background preparing and administering medications, providing bedside care and monitoring patient condition. Kind and compassionate professional
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Jackson, MS
05.2023 - Current
Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
Utilized [Software] and [Software] to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Registered Nurse
Tallahatchie General Nursing Home
Charleston, MS
05.2023 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital
Memphis, TN
Sep.2022 - Apr.2023
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
11.2021 - Current
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
Greenwood, MS
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, MDS
Vaiden Community Living Center
Vaiden, MS
12.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Crystal Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
Greenwood, MS
05.2014 - 10.2019
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
Greenwood, MS
06.2008 - 11.2012
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
MDCC, Moorhead, MS
05.2008
Skills
Care Coordination
Medication Administration
Preventive Healthcare
Instrument Sterilization
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - Baptist Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Tallahatchie General Nursing Home
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital
Sep.2022 - Apr.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - DCH Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - Greenwood Leflore Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, MDS - Vaiden Community Living Center
12.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse - Crystal Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
05.2014 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - Greenwood Leflore Hospital