Tonya Miller
Louisville,KY
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with over 13 years of experience in adult intensive care and perioperative care. Known for effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and time management skills. Works well independently but can also work cohesively with other team members.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/Preinduction
Jewish Hospital
Louisville, Kentucky
07.2013 - Current
- Administer medications and maintain accurate records for each patient.
- Maintain a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitor vital signs, administer injections, and provide assistance with medical procedures.
- Train and mentor new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administer medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provide emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assist in emergency procedures and ensure rapid response to needs.
- Assess, instruct, and prepare patients prior to surgery.
- Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about the surgical procedure.
- Provide direct patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Implement infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Conduct assessments and document changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Document patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Maintain thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
Louisville, Kentucky
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, within a team environment.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Gathered past medical history, preoperative assessments, labs, and administer preoperative medications.
- Assisted the physicians in bedside procedures with the placement of A-lines, central lines, and nerve blocks.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environments, and proper instrument handling.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects, or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities, including arranging follow-up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with the necessary supplies.
Registered Nurse, Neuro Intensive Care Unit
Norton Hospital
Louisville, Kentucky
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatments.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Administered IV medications via titrated drips.
- Monitored the patient's intake and output to detect emerging problems, such as electrolyte imbalance.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and gastric tube.
- Monitored the patient's vital signs on the cardiac monitor and mechanical ventilators.
Education
Associate of Science -
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Louisville, KY05-2012
Skills
- Patient assessment
- IV initiation
- Infection control
- Medication administration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Sedation management
- Blood transfusions
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Stroke Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/Preinduction
Jewish Hospital
07.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neuro Intensive Care Unit
Norton Hospital
07.2012 - 12.2015
Associate of Science -
Jefferson Community and Technical College
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