Victoria Wykoff
San Clemente,CA
Summary
Proven to enhance patient outcomes through meticulous medication administration and patient assessments, my tenure with AMN Healthcare showcased my ability to remain composed under pressure. Expert in medical-surgical/telemetry nursing and providing compassionate care, I excel in fast-paced environments, significantly improving recovery rates by educating families and managing chronic diseases effectively. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
UCI Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Travel Nurse
Los Alamitos Medical Center
03.2024 - 06.2024
Travel Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
02.2023 - 05.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Hospital
09.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
02.2022 - 04.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Eisenhower Medical Center
10.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Nurse
Jennings American Legion Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA05.2020
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medication Administration
- Electronic Medical Records
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Patient Assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Family Education
- Cardiac monitoring
- Chronic Disease Management
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Certification
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
UCI Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse
Los Alamitos Medical Center
03.2024 - 06.2024
Travel Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
02.2023 - 05.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Hospital
09.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
02.2022 - 04.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Eisenhower Medical Center
10.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Nurse
Jennings American Legion Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
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