Dedicated post-procedural nurse with expertise in patient education, critical thinking, and procedural site management. Committed to enhancing patient recovery through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Post Procedural Nurse
Beacon Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.2017 - Current
Responded promptly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support techniques when needed.
Performed diagnostic tests such as blood work or EKG's under the supervision of a physician.
Monitored vital signs, including cardiac rhythm, pulse rate, respiration rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and cognition, during recovery from sedation/anesthesia.
Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and oxygen therapy according to physician orders.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
Monitored and/or managed sheath sites, including removal and recovery of femoral and brachial sheaths, and removal and recovery of radial site bands.
Educated patients on recovery procedures and discharge instructions.
Assisted in managing post-procedural pain relief protocols.
Collaborated with procedural teams to ensure patient safety.
Documented patient progress in Cerner.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during recovery.
Trained new staff on post-procedural procedures and protocols.
Educated patients on proper nutrition, exercise routines, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physicians during cardioversions.
Prep patients for procedures by updating medication requisitions, having required lab and test results in the chart, and having consent signed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwestern Michigan College
Dowagiac, MI
05-2013
Skills
Pre-procedural patient intake, assessment, and preparation
Post-procedural assessment, vital signs, and procedural site management, and monitoring
Effective communication with physicians and procedural staff
Critical thinking
Patient education on restrictions, limitations, medication, and diet