Highly qualified RN with broad experience in psychiatric nursing, patient education, and team leadership. Specialized skills include acute patient care, health assessments, and medical documentation. Notable strengths: superior communication abilities, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN/HSS
Patton State Hospital
Patton
09.2006 - Current
Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Registered Nurse
St. Bernardine Medical Center
San Bernardino
03.2006 - 09.2006
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.