Enthusiastic Registered Nurse eager to contribute to team success, with 3+ experiences. Extensive experience in taking care of a variety of patients in different hospital settings. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
08.2020 - 01.2022
Med/Tele COVID-19 Unit
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications, assessed changes, and reported results to doctors.
Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Educated patients and families about COVID-19 related illnesses, recommended protective measures, and treatments.
Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
Provided targeted care and treatment to 5-6 patients.
Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
Local Travel Registered Nurse
St Francis Memorial Hospital
Memphis, TN
01.2021 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse
OR Nurses Worldwide
02.2019 - Current
Med Surg Unit.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Initiated IV therapy to include antibiotics, cardiac drips, monitored pain management and blood transfusion.
Travel Registered Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2021
Med/Tele COVID-19 Unit
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
Administered medications, assessed changes, and reported results to doctors.
Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Educated patients and families about COVID-19 related illnesses, recommended protective measures, and treatments.
Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
Provided targeted care and treatment to 6-7 patients.
Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
Travel Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health St Luke Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 01.2021
Med/Tele and COVID-19 Unit
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Cared for patients in a 38-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Administered medications to 5-6 patients and monitored response to medications.
Monitored o2 levels on patient's receiving high amounts of oxygen. (high flow and BIPaP)
Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
Administered medications, assessed changes, and reported results to doctors.
Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Educated patients and families about COVID-19 related illnesses, recommended protective measures, and treatments.
Travel Registered Nurse
Yuma Regional Medical Cente
08.2020 - 09.2020
Med/Tele COVID-19 Unit
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
Managed care for patients battling with COVID-19 Pneumonia
Completed an 8 week Crisis Assignment
Clinical Resource Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2018 - 08.2020
Med Surg Unit.
Mentored newly hired nurses on facility's processes and procedures while providing valuable feedback and positive reinforcement.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
Evaluated nursing practices and processes and made changes.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Cared for patients in 18 bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
09.2017 - 08.2020
Med Surg Unit
Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating of medical conditions for up to 8 patient a day.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Nursing Intern I and II
07.2016 - 04.2017
Provided care for up to 18 patients, including giving baths taking vitals, and assisting with normal ADLs.
Laptop Technician
SOLECTRON
05.2006 - 12.2011
Diagnose and repair up to 14 Dell laptops a day.
Update knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in computer technology.
Direct technicians, engineering designers or other technical support personnel as needed.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
Baptist College of Health Sciences
Memphis, Tennessee
Pre Nursing - undefined
ITT Tech
Memphis, TN
High School Diploma - undefined
Southwest TN Community College
Memphis, Tennessee
Associate of Science - Computer Electronic Engineering
Booker T Washington High School
Memphis, Tennessee
10.2007
Skills
Critical Thinking
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Medication Administration
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Decision Making
Direct Patient Care
Infection Control Process Coordination
Certification
2021 BLS Provider: Certification America Heart Association 2021 ACLS Provider: Certification America Heart Association
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2021
Local Travel Registered Nurse
St Francis Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health St Luke Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 01.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
08.2020 - 01.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Yuma Regional Medical Cente
08.2020 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
OR Nurses Worldwide
02.2019 - Current
Clinical Resource Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2018 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
09.2017 - 08.2020
Nursing Intern I and II
07.2016 - 04.2017
Laptop Technician
SOLECTRON
05.2006 - 12.2011
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
Baptist College of Health Sciences
Pre Nursing - undefined
ITT Tech
High School Diploma - undefined
Southwest TN Community College
Associate of Science - Computer Electronic Engineering