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Work History
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Yaxkin Gardner

Carmichael,CA

Summary

Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Enthusiastic Cardiac Intervention Nurse with total of 10 years experience in various departments. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work and attention to detail. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Ready for new opportunity to apply existing nursing skills and motivated to learn, grow and excel at Woodland Memorial Birthing Center.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Mercy General Hospital
Sacramento, CA
07.2016 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, disease process and management including lifestyle options.
  • Trained student and new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, preparing patients for procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as continuous EKG monitoring, arterial line, procedural sedation and IV titrations of cardiac medications.

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Stockton, CA
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Provided direct patient care , stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Registered Nurse

Heritage Oaks Hospital
Sacramento, CA
06.2012 - 08.2015
  • Administered medications and treatment to 18 patients and assessed side effects, success and failures of new therapy then carefully documented findings while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Accurate documentation of behavior, physical and mental health assessment for 6-9 psychiatric patients per day.

Clerk

Raleys
Sacramento, CA
10.2004 - 01.2012
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers.
  • Stocked, labeled and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

American River College
Sacramento, CA

Skills

  • Clear and Therapeutic Patient Communication
  • Accurate Charting and Documentation
  • Compassionate Emotional Support
  • Coronary Artery Disease Knowledge
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Withdrawal Symptoms
  • Diagnostic Test Ordering
  • Operational Procedures
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Direct Patient Care including Assessment, taking Vital Signs as well as Medication Administration and Side Effect Knowledge

Languages

Spanish
French
Russian

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Mercy General Hospital
07.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
08.2015 - 07.2016

Registered Nurse

Heritage Oaks Hospital
06.2012 - 08.2015

Clerk

Raleys
10.2004 - 01.2012

Associate of Science - Nursing

American River College

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