Valina Graham
Summary
Dependable and compassionate nursing professional eager to offer critical care experience, patient centered care, and a teamwork mindset as a PreOP/PACU RN.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Park Nicollet Frauenshuh Cancer Center
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborate closely with providers to ensure orders are followed and patient care is coordinated correctly
- Ensure proper follow up, labs, imaging, referrals, and treatment are scheduled
- Monitor patient labs and arrange treatments for abnormal or critical results
- Educate patients on their treatment plans and answer questions
- Connect patients with community resources to aid in their care
Registered Nurse - Surgical/Neuro ICU
University Of Minnesota Medical Center East Bank
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Stabilized patients recovering from anesthesia post organ transplants, craniotomies, cardiovascular surgeries and more
- Closely monitored vital signs, respiratory status, and hemodynamic stability
- Completed detailed assessments and reported changes to the interdisciplinary team
- Administered IV medications, fluids, and blood products with experience in ports, PIVs, and PICCs
- Detected and responded promptly to emergency situations
Registered Nurse - Adult General Medicine
University Of Minnesota Medical Center East Bank
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed care from admission to discharge for patients with various medical complications
- Precepted new nurses and nursing students on hospital policies and best nursing practices
- Advocated for patient safety by clarifying orders, ensuring medication administration rights, and voicing patient concerns
- Monitored and interpreted rhythms for patients on cardiac monitoring
- Provided education and emotional support to family members
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis 05.2020
Skills
- Post-anesthesia care
- Critical thinking
- Accurate and timely documentation
- Patient and family education
- Time management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Discharge planning
- Pain management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and dependability
Certification
Registered Nurse | 6/2020 | License #2482362
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | 10/2024
Basic Life Support (BLS) | 10/2024
Volunteer
Accent Care Hospice Volunteer | 8/2021 to 4/2023
- Provided companionship to hospice patients at home or in their facility
- Performed light housekeeping for patients and families
- Offered respite for caregivers
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Park Nicollet Frauenshuh Cancer Center
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Surgical/Neuro ICU
University Of Minnesota Medical Center East Bank
01.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse - Adult General Medicine
University Of Minnesota Medical Center East Bank
07.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Minnesota
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