Detox Registered Nurse - River Oaks Treatment Center - Riverview, FL
(2021-03)
- Administering medications and treatments to patients undergoing detoxification
- Monitoring vital signs and withdrawal symptoms of patients and adjusting treatment as necessary
- Assessing patients' medical histories and developing individualized detox plans
- Providing emotional and psychological support to patients during the detox process
- Collaborating with other medical professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Documenting patient progress and treatment plans accurately and thoroughly
- Participating in ongoing education and training to stay current on best practices in detox nursing
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and protocols related to detoxification and medication management
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - HCA Florida Brandon Hospital - Brandon, FL
(2020-08 - 2021-12)
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry - Lakeland Regional Health - Lakeland, FL
(2019-12 - 2020-07)
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry - Jersey Shore University Medical Center - Neptune City, NJ
(2017-05 - 2019-12)
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
Dialysis Nurse - Jersey Shore University Medical Center - Neptune City, NJ
(2016-05 - 2017-05)
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
- Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure and asthma.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry - RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER - Red Bank, NJ
(2014-05 - 2016-08)
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
- Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse - Meridian Health Care Systems - Shrewsbury, NJ
(2013-03 - 2014-05)
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Speciality Hospital - Monmouth, IL
(2012-01 - 2013-02)
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
