TONIA SYKES
Apopka,Florida
Summary
Compassionate Nurse with expertise in anatomy, physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Maintains composure during emergencies while providing superior care to multiple patients. Seeking a travel position that utilizes excellent time management, problem-solving skills, and dedication to patient safety and care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Nurse
Orlando Health Health Central Hospital
Ocoee, FL
12.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support for patients' families during difficult times.
- Performed routine treatments such as catheterizations and enemas.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and treatment options.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Participated in regular continuing education programs to stay current on best practices for ER nurses.
- Facilitated the transfer of critically ill patients from the ER to other departments or facilities for further evaluation or treatment.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations using advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with doctors, nurses, staff members, patients, visitors.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established policies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound dressing changes, IV therapy, and monitoring vital signs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services delivered in accordance with hospital policy and procedures.
- Clinical Training | Advent Health Waterman/HCA Of Sanford/Apopka Rehab - 01/2022-11/2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Cared for each patient according to the care plan and physicians' instructions.
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
Volunteer
Little Angels PPEC
Longwood, FL
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
- Adhered to policies and procedures to promote hospital mission and vision.
- Conducted inpatient comfort care rounds to promote patient satisfaction.
- Completed paperwork and evaluation forms to document patient interactions.
- Reported patient requests, concerns and other observations to staff.
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Weighed patients and took blood pressure and vital signs to assist nursing staff.
- Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules.
Education
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FLEd. Specialist - Administration and Supervision -
National Louis University
Davie, FLMaster of Science-Mental Health Counseling -
Nova Southeastern University
Orlando, FloridaBachelor of Science - Sociology -
Albany State University
Albany, GASkills
- Standard Medical Equipment
- Intramuscular Injections
- Measuring Medication Dosages/Administration
- Charting and Documentation
- Patient Education/Advocacy
- Monitoring/Record Vital Signs
- Monitoring Fluids
- Oxygen Initiation
- Oral Hygiene
- Monitoring Telemetry
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- PPE Compliance
- BLS/PALS/ACLS certification
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Seizure Precautions
- PICC Lines
- EHR Software
- Student Precepting
Accomplishments
- 2 time Daisy Nominee 2023
- Daisy Award 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ER Nurse
Orlando Health Health Central Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Little Angels PPEC
09.2022 - 09.2022
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Rasmussen University
Ed. Specialist - Administration and Supervision -
National Louis University
Master of Science-Mental Health Counseling -
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology -
Albany State University
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