Tiffany B Peterson

As a Level III NICU nurse, I performed the following responsibilities and skills:

• Cared for critically ill infants: Monitored vital signs, kept them warm, and administered medications.
• Provided round-the-clock care: Performed medical procedures, such as inserting intravenous lines, etc.
• Collaborated with other healthcare providers: Developed appropriate treatment plans for newborn infants who were born prematurely.
• Implemented evidence-based nursing practices: Optimized patient care and reduced recovery times.
• Adapted swiftly to evolving medical situations: Made timely and informed decisions to ensure the well-being of the patients.
• Provided specialized care: Including central line care, respiratory care with ventilators, and tube feedings.
• Educated patients' families: On infant status, neonatal care, equipment, and procedures.
• Critical thinking: Proved ability to make quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Patient care: Prioritized patient comfort while providing care.
• Teamwork: Collaborated with colleagues to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.

As a part-time staff nurse:

Worked as an RN for a face-paced dermatology clinic.

Coordinated patient flow & performed initial assessments.

Set up for & assisted the MD with treatment procedures/surgeries.

Responsible for biopsy documentation & follow-up care.

Kept, maintained & updated patient's records.

As a full-time home health/hospice RN:

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• 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.

As a full-time office RN:

Worked for a fast-paced dermatology & cosmetic surgeon's practice.

Coordinated patient flow & performed initial assessments.

Coordinated & assisted MD with cosmetic and Mohs surgeries.

Performed surgical equipment cleaning and set-up.

Responsible for biopsy results documentation & follow-up.

Ordered & stocked patient rooms of medical supplies.

Performed a high level of multifarious nursing & office duties.

As needed, staff RN:

• Worked on a 9-bed pediatric floor in a small community hospital.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

As needed, staff RN:

• Worked on a 30-bed Hematology/Oncology/Med-Surge unit at a large hospital.
• Responsible for coordinated team-nursing care of up to 8 patients per 8-hour shift.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.

As a full-time & part-time staff RN:

Worked on a 30-bed Hematology/Oncology/Med-Surge unit of a large Catholic hospital.

• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.