Ellen Newbre
La Mesa
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Rady Children's Hospital, showcasing strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Excelled in patient assessments and medication administration, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrated adaptability and empathy, ensuring high-quality care across diverse settings. Achieved notable improvements in patient outcomes through meticulous documentation and patient education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Rady Children's Hospital
10.2013 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
02.2010 - 09.2013
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely nursing care to diverse populations.
Registered Nurse
Rady Children's Hospital
09.2007 - 01.2010
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 4 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05-2004
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
Accomplishments
Charge RN in Preop since 2019 working to create better communication with families creating a delay board. Also was a key member in implementing change in preop area to improve communication between preop and OR.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Rady Children's Hospital
10.2013 - Current
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
02.2010 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse
Rady Children's Hospital
09.2007 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Jose State University
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