Compassionate and dedicated Register Nurse with 3 years of experience providing high-quality patient care inn fast - paced healthcare settings. Skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and coordination of care. seeking to contribute expertise and dedication to the healthcare team at Select Medical Hospital.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Register Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital- LTACH
07.2021 - Current
Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Promoted safe medication administration by diligently double-checking dosages, drug interactions, and possible contraindications before administering treatments.
Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on critically ill patients upon admission to the unit to identify baseline status and establish appropriate intervention plans.
Provided expert wound care management for complex surgical patients, monitoring healing progress and collaborating with physicians to address potential complications.
Reduced patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, laboratory results, and early identification of potential issues.
Exhibited excellent time management abilities by efficiently coordinating tasks such as wound dressing changes, blood transfusions, and diagnostic tests within strict time frames.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions or intubations while maintaining aseptic technique to minimize infection risks for patients.
Provided high-quality care for critically ill patients by administering medications, managing ventilators, and performing advanced life support interventions.
Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami Regional University
Miami Springs, FL
05.2018 - 08.2021
Skills
Wound care
Care planning
Medication and IV administration
Critical care
Medication administration
Taking vitals
Patient assessments
Intake and discharge
Infection control measures
Documentation and charting
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification