Well-qualified RN with full credentials and extensive experience in Med-Surg, ED Boarding,Telemetry, Step down unit. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Fairview Health Services
Minneapolis, MN
03.2023 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
RN Traveler ED Boarding
Duke Hospital (Fastaff)
09.2022 - Current
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
Works directly with physicians, assisting them with exams, diagnostic testing and treatments
Collects current information on symptoms and detailed history
Inserted nasogastric tubes, urinary catheters and rectal tubes
Handled intubations, defibrillations, IV starts, splinting, suturing, lab draws and more
Evaluates episodic and acute responses to broad classifications of physical or psychosocial issues
Monitors patients' responses, including skin color, pupil dilation, pulse, heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, ventilation, or urine output, using invasive and noninvasive techniques
Manages patients' airway or pulmonary status using techniques such as endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, pharmacological support, respiratory therapy, and extubation
Educates the patient and family members during Emergency room stay through discharge, regarding disease process, individual care needs, safety concerns, and medications.
RN Traveler, Cardiac/Neuro Progressive
Berkshire Medical Center (GQR)
01.2022 - 08.2022
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart
Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians
Performed hourly rounds on 4 patients to monitor equipment function and lead placement
Monitoring, reading, and recording outputs of ECG to monitor patient's heart
Implemented ACLS Protocols in emergency situation
Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization
Monitor individuals according to standard procedures for postoperative cardiac patients, using techniques such as cardioversion, EGD, bronchoscopy, TEE, cardiac catheterization with PCI, PEG placement and other procedures
Assist patients in strength building toward a return to their home environment, ensuring readiness through health status monitoring and facilitation of treatment plans
Provided nursing service to patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries, assisted in treatment and care of post-coma and post-operative adolescent and adult patients
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Registered Nurse Traveler, General PCU
Aya Healthcare (UnityPoint, Lutheran Hospital)
05.2021 - 12.2021
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions
Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions
Collected blood, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Maintain airways and oxygenation status for patients in respiratory failure/distress high-flow oxygen, Opti flow, CPAP and BiPAP
Closely Monitor acute conditions such as Afib RVR, Sepsis, COPD/CHF exacerbations, hypo and hypertensive crisis, STEMIs/NSTEMIs, DKA, hypoglycemia and CVAs
Monitor post-op cardiac and neuro patients per protocol.
Traveler Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vibra Hospital Cooperate
07.2020 - 05.2021
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Administered Covid vaccine intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Student Nurse Intern
NorthShore University HealthSystem
09.2019 - 06.2020
Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 6-8 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
Monitored medications, noted side effects and reported issues to senior staff.
Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2024
Associate of Science Nursing -
Azure College
Miami, FL
05.2019
Skills
Intravenous Therapy
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedure
Medical Laboratory Procedures
Infection Control Measure
ECG Interpretation
ABG/VBG Lab draws/ Interpretation
Vasoactive medication titration
NIHSS Stroke
Insulin/Heparin titration
Ventilators
Tracheostomy Care
Cardiac Monitors
EMR / EHR
Vital Signs Monitoring
Advanced Life Support
Telemetry Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Fairview Health Services
03.2023 - Current
RN Traveler ED Boarding
Duke Hospital (Fastaff)
09.2022 - Current
RN Traveler, Cardiac/Neuro Progressive
Berkshire Medical Center (GQR)
01.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse Traveler, General PCU
Aya Healthcare (UnityPoint, Lutheran Hospital)
05.2021 - 12.2021
Traveler Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vibra Hospital Cooperate
07.2020 - 05.2021
Student Nurse Intern
NorthShore University HealthSystem
09.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
Western Governors University
Associate of Science Nursing -
Azure College
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