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Paragould, AR Street Address PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLESUMMARYI am a State Board Certified Registered Nurse with 19 years of experience. I deliver high-quality care to patients in every aspect of all units a hospital has to offer. I learn quickly and efficiently. I am a proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction, and supporting widespread healthcare system improvements. Focused on continuously advancing my expertise in Nursing while driving innovation. Successful at providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Collaborate well with doctors and colleagues to maintain top-notch healthcare. I am a compassionate Registered Nurse with a distinguished understanding of hospital, technology and clinic functions. Develop comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. SKILLS & EXPERIENCEBLS CertifiedACLS certifiedPALS certifiedIV and venipuncture certifiedMedication and IV administrationUtilize several computer programsNursing staff leadershipPatient educationLife-sustaining machinesTracheostomy carePsychiatric and Mental Health CareHospice CareHouse SupervisorTelephone triage012012-02/2014 PRN Float Registered Nurse 12/2022-3/2024 ICU Registered Nurse Arkansas Methodist Medical Departments include ICU/Psych 1:1: As a Registered Nurse working in ICU I have 2 patients sometimes on ventilators, balloon pumps, and patients with a higher acuity that need closer monitoring. We monitor vital signs every 15 minutes, assessments every hour, and continuous neuro checks. I was part of the Rapid Response team. This is a team of nurses that respond to emergency situations throughout the hospital. And make decisions to place patient in ICU and if needed perform ACLS.ICU is the unit that also admits all psych patients. This is a 1:1 nurse/patient ratio. Safety with these patients is very important for the patient as much as it is for the nurse. Working with ICU and psych patient your nursing skills and critical thinking are of upmost importance. Always completing medication administration and procedures given per Doctor orders, while always utilizing the 6 rights of the patient.Together in ICU teamwork is very important and communication is key for a smooth work day. 3/2022 to 1/2023 Contract Registered NurseArkansas Continued Care Hospital Jonesboro, AR 72401 Departments include: ICU/House Supervisor.As House Supervisor my duties include but are not limited to: Nurse assignments, bed placement and communicating with the doctor directly. As well as collaborate with other hospitals for transfers, admissions and discharges. Making daily nurse assignments while working diligently to make sure the Nurses and patient care techs do their jobs to their best ability making sure every patient receives the best care throughout the hospital.Most patients in this facility have tracheostomies and are on ventilators have PEG tubes for feeding and administration of medications. These patients are the highest acuity due to the medication IV drips and care needed.Some of the task performed as a RN in ICU include the following: Medication and IV administration while implementing the patient's six rights of medication administration.Assisting the physician while performing bedside procedures. Including but not limited to central line placement, PEG tube placement, tracheostomy insertion/removal. Monitor and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects with several computer programs.Completing care plan per patient's condition and needs. Supervising licensed practical nurses while administering medications. Start peripheral IVs and draw blood for lab test ordered by the doctor. Completing wound care on unstageable wound/ulcers throughout the body. In ICU care of the patient is of upmost importance while caring for their families as well. 03/2019 to 02/2022 Registered NurseSt. Bernard's Five Rivers Medical Center Covid Contract Travel Assignment Pocahontas, AR 72455 Departments include: Med/Surge/ER/ICU/Geri PsychInsertion of IV access.Perform blood and blood product infusion.Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction. Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork. Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and education to prevent return hospitalization.Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers. Updated physicians on patient test results.Implementing care plans.Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions. 08/2012 to 06/2021 Registered NurseGreene County Tech School District Paragould, AR 72450 Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions. Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders, allergic reactions, pneumonia and other illnesses. Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries. Treated over 700 students as needed and all colleagues. I am certified and have accomplished teaching all employees CPR/First Aid, defibrillator usage, as well as Stop the Bleed Course. This is to certify them for life saving measures. 03/2004 to 02/2011 Registered NurseNEA Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, AR 72401 Supported patients through recovery from procedures such as angioplasty, CEA, 2 day post op CABG and pacemaker surgery. We also did bedside cardioversion. While explaining patient conditions, procedures and treatment protocols to patients and families. Monitored patients' vital signs while utilizing electrocardiograms. Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions. Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients. Administered oral, IV and intramuscular medications and monitored patient reactions.Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA pumps, IV fluids, reviewe post-op orders. Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician orders. Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.Once promoted as manager of Outpatient surgery, Gastroenterology lab and Bronchoscopy. With this position I reviewed all charts for correct documentation required by the facility. Completed payroll, maintained a budget and overseen all staff, physicians and several other managerial responsibilities. EDUCATION AND TRAINING08/1983-06/1995: Crowley's Ridge Academy private Christian school. Attended from preschool thru Jr. High School. 8/1995 -06/1999 Graduated: Greene County Tech High School Diploma 03/2004 Certified: Cardiac Monitoring Technician certificate. 07/2005 Certification: Arkansas Northeastern College Blytheville, AR. Graduated with (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse. 07/2009 Associate of Science: Arkansas Northeastern College Blytheville, AR. Registered Nurse |
