Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Suburban Home Health Care
07.2019 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
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. They They also worked together on several
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
St Vincent Home Health
10.2018 - 07.2019
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
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.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
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.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
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.
Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.mmmmmmmmmmmmm
Registered Nurse Medical Office
Muncie Primary Care
11.2017 - 09.2018
Office nurse for internal medicine Doctor
Phone triage
In office procedures
Registered Nurse
IU Home Care
07.2015 - 11.2017
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anderson University
Anderson, IN
05.1987
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Patient Assessment
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Patient Care
Wound Care
Compassion and Empathy
Patient Monitoring
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Physical assessments
Precepting
Patient Discharge
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Chronic Disease Management
Staff Supervision
Feeding pumps understanding
Home care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Suburban Home Health Care
07.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
St Vincent Home Health
10.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse Medical Office
Muncie Primary Care
11.2017 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse
IU Home Care
07.2015 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anderson University
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