Theresa Robinson
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse observes, cares for and treats patients in recovery room post-anesthesia. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anesthesiology and employs critical care skills to assess incision sites, monitor body temperature and track other indicators of stability or complications. Consistently conducts critical patient assessments with strong history of fast, accurate diagnoses during emergency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Post-anesthesia-care-unit-nurse
Sutter Health
08.2021 - Current
- Reduced post-surgical complications by swiftly identifying and addressing potential risks.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Increased continuity of care for patients transitioning from PACU to other hospital units by effectively communicating pertinent information to receiving nurses.
- Initiated immediate interventions when detecting signs of respiratory distress or airway obstruction in post-operative patients, preventing potential adverse events.
- Familiarization, nursing skills and competencies with Cath Lab procedures includes but is not limited to Right and Left Heart Catherization, PCI, intra-coronary stent, thrombolysis and pacemakers. Consistently recognizes evaluates and intervenes appropriately in life-threatening situations
- Educated family members on proper post-surgery care techniques, facilitating successful home recoveries.
- Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information.
ICU Clinical Nurse
Sutter Health
02.2015 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and mentoring new hires.
- Improved ICU efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Supported the implementation of new technology and equipment in the ICU, facilitating more efficient patient care processes.
- Maintained high standards of infection control practices to prevent hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Scott & White
06.2011 - 12.2014
- Optimized patient outcomes by providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care to diverse populations.
- Evaluated clinical research literature to stay current on best practices within critical care nursing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Expedited discharge planning through effective collaboration with case managers, social workers, and outpatient providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA06.2010
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring
- IV Insertion
- Discharge Planning
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Post-anesthesia-care-unit-nurse
Sutter Health
08.2021 - Current
ICU Clinical Nurse
Sutter Health
02.2015 - Current
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Scott & White
06.2011 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Names University
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