Terra Edwards
Murrieta
Summary
Adept at vascular access management and fostering team collaboration, I significantly enhanced patient outcomes and streamlined departmental workflows at UCSD Medical Center East Campus. My expertise in interventional radiology procedures and commitment to evidence-based practices have been pivotal in improving care standards and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
UCSD Medical Center East Campus
02.2022 - Current
- Streamlined workflow within the department by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing urgent cases as needed.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to patient privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality of all medical records and personal health information.
- Promoted adherence to evidence-based practices within the interventional radiology department by staying current on research findings relevant to the field and incorporating best practices into daily nursing activities as appropriate.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes for seamless continuity of care between healthcare providers involved in each case.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Improved patient recovery outcomes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on care plans.
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
UCSD Medical Center East Campus
02.2022 - Current
- Performed PICC line insertions, maintaining high standards of care and accuracy.
- Assisted physicians in identifying optimal venous access sites based on individual patient factors, promoting successful cannulation rates with minimal complications.
- Maintained high standards of infection control, adhering to strict aseptic technique during all procedures.
- Minimized risks associated with central line insertions by employing ultrasound guidance whenever possible.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by performing timely and accurate vascular access procedures.
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Alvarado Hospital
05.2009 - 02.2022
- Reduced wait times by streamlining admission processes and enhancing communication between departments.
- Oversaw daily shift operations including managing staff schedules, coordinating patient assignments, and monitoring equipment maintenance needs.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in emergency department procedures.
- Participated in community outreach events aimed at promoting awareness about public health issues relevant to emergency nurses.
- Provided thorough documentation of patient encounters, ensuring accurate record-keeping for billing purposes.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering an environment that encouraged open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect among team members.
- Facilitated effective communication between physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2019
Skills
- Vascular Access management
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Infection control measures
- Radiation safety protocols
- Pain management strategies
- Intravenous therapy administration
- Emergency response preparedness
- Pre-and Post-procedure care
- Sterile technique maintenance
- Interventional radiology procedures
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Sedation management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
UCSD Medical Center East Campus
02.2022 - Current
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
UCSD Medical Center East Campus
02.2022 - Current
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Alvarado Hospital
05.2009 - 02.2022
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
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