Elizabeth MIller
Visalia
Summary
Dynamic RN with a proven track record at South Valley Vascular, excelling in patient education and medication administration. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and clinical judgment. Committed to implementing evidence-based practices, resulting in improved health outcomes and reduced medication errors. Passionate about delivering compassionate, direct patient care.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
South Valley Vascular
02.2016 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
RN
Kaweah Delta Health Care District
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
RN
Fresno Surgical Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Science Teacher
Visalia Unified School District
08.2001 - 06.2007
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Sequoia
Visalia, CA08-2009
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Fresno State University
Fresno05-2001
Skills
- Advance Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Clinical judgment
- Discharge planning
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
Timeline
RN
South Valley Vascular
02.2016 - Current
RN
Kaweah Delta Health Care District
12.2012 - 03.2014
RN
Fresno Surgical Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2013
Science Teacher
Visalia Unified School District
08.2001 - 06.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Sequoia
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Fresno State University
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