Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Skilled in delivering compassionate care and educating patients, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Expert in managing acute conditions and mentoring new staff, showcasing exceptional clinical skills and empathetic patient advocacy.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe
10.2023 - Current
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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
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.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
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.
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.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
08.2023
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Professional Bedside Manner
Licensed RN
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification