Gloria Wood
Walsenburg,CO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive perioperative experience, enrolled in Master's of Nursing Education program currently, excellent clinical skills, good work ethic, efficient, flexible, team oriented, reliable,
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted in monitoring patients' vital signs during recovery from anesthesia.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and comfort post-surgery.
- Administered prescribed medications and managed pain control protocols effectively.
- Documented patient assessments and recovery progress in electronic medical records accurately.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care and discharge instructions clearly.
- Developed the malignant hyperthermia education for annual competencies.
- Provide patient care in outpatient infusion setting.
- Float to acute med-surg and emergency department as needed.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
St. Mary Corwin Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered Chemotherapy agents per ONS standards.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Managed patient care assignments of 6 patients on acute medical-oncology unit
Registered Nurse, PACU, SAC
Medical Center of the Rockies
11.2006 - 06.2019
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Supervised junior nursing staff, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance clinical skills and patient outcomes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that streamlined nursing processes and increased efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Hemodynamic monitoring, pain management,
- Assisted anesthesia providers with various nerve blocks, placement of epidurals, and spinal anesthetic.
Registered Nurse, PACU
North Colorado Medical Center
06.2007 - 06.2010
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
North Colorado Medical Center
10.2004 - 06.2007
- Administered patient care across multiple departments, including CVCU, Med-Tele, Ortho/Neuro, Pediatrics, E.D, Oncology, Burn and Rehab, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Trained and mentored new nurses on best practices, enhancing team efficiency and quality of care delivery.
- Assessed patient conditions and responded promptly to changes in health status, improving overall patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Poudre Valley Hospital
09.2002 - 11.2006
- Monitored vital signs and health status of patients in telemetry unit.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and discharge procedures.
- Patient Care Coordinator from 2003-2006 managed payroll for unit and functioned as a charge nurse on Tele-West.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Regional West Medical Center
03.2000 - 09.2002
- Responded promptly to patient needs, ensuring timely interventions as required.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices, as well as assisting with ECT procedures.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Assisted anesthesia providers with nerve blocks.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Regional West Medical Center
08.1996 - 03.2000
- Delivered direct patient care, assessing needs and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering adherence to treatment regimens.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Administered chemotherapy per ONS standards.
- Precepted nursing students in their internships on the Oncology unit.
Registered Nurse
Sedgewick County Hospital
02.1996 - 08.1996
- Provided nursing care for patients in a rural hospital on Medical floor and Emergency Department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Denver, CO06-1995
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Ethical practice
- Discharge planning
- Critical thinking
- Epic, Meditech and Cerner EHRs
- Excellent clinical nursing skills
- Certified in post-anesthesia care
- Educational presentation and student evaluation skills
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- BLS
- CPAN - Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Oncology
St. Mary Corwin Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, PACU
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
06.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
North Colorado Medical Center
06.2007 - 06.2010
Registered Nurse, PACU, SAC
Medical Center of the Rockies
11.2006 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
North Colorado Medical Center
10.2004 - 06.2007
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Poudre Valley Hospital
09.2002 - 11.2006
Registered Nurse, PACU
Regional West Medical Center
03.2000 - 09.2002
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Regional West Medical Center
08.1996 - 03.2000
Registered Nurse
Sedgewick County Hospital
02.1996 - 08.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
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