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VICTORIA FALLS
BSN, CMSRN, CNOR
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Conscientious Registered Nurse offering ten years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in Intensive Care, Progressive Care, Medical/Surgical, and Operating Room Nursing including Davinci Robot procedures.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
6
Certifications
Work History
Saint Luke's East
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Saint Luke's East HospitalLee's Summit, MO
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
4 2022 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Coordinated and consulted with healthcare teams to plan, implement, assess and evaluate patient care plans.
- Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
Centerpoint Medical Center
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
02.2021 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Night shift Charge Nurse and board runner with a staff of two in a Level II Trauma Center.
- Responsible for overall coordination and supervision of patient care, primarily in the role of circulating nurse.
- Assisted with reviewing and pulling all instrumentation and supplies based on surgeon preference and surgical case needs.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
Veterans Administration Hospital
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
07.2017 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Promoted a healing environment through maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, addressing concerns, and offering emotional support.
- Provided clinical supervision for student nurses during their practicum rotations within the Progressive Care Unit setting.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based solutions.
American Traveler Staffing ProfessionalsBoca Raton, FL
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
08.2016 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Managed caseload of five patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
University Of North Carolina At Chapel HillChapel Hill, NC
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
02.2015 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed caseload of five to six patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Education
Northern Illinois UniversityDekalb, IL
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
08.2012 - 12.2014
University of Phoenix OnlineJacksonville, FL
Bachelor of Science from Business Management
01.2006 - 05.2011
Skills
Operating room preparations
Software
MEDITECH
CPRS
Certification
ACLS
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTimeline
Certified Perioperative (CNOR) Nurse
05-2024
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Saint Luke's East
03.2024 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Centerpoint Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2023
Certified Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
11-2018
ACLS
07-2017
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Veterans Administration Hospital
07.2017 - 12.2021
Diabetes Resource Nurse Educator
08-2016
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
American Traveler Staffing Professionals
08.2016 - 06.2017
Chemotherapy and Biotherapy for Non-Malignancies (Administrator)
08-2015
BLS
02-2015
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
02.2015 - 08.2016
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
08.2012 - 12.2014
University of Phoenix Online
Bachelor of Science from Business Management
01.2006 - 05.2011
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Saint Luke's East Hospital
4 2022 - 03.2024
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