Hard-working nursing professional committed to highest level of patient care. Strong communication skills with an ability to build a trusting rapport with patients. Nursing background includes, med-surg, orthopedic, postoperative, and Covid-19.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical- Telemetry
Chestnut Hill Hospital
01.2019 - Current
Perform assessments, monitoring of vials and plans, in addition to recording and evaluating medical conditions provide high quality patient care
Manage the care of complex surgical patients including post- surgical joint replacements, trauma fractures, bowel obstructions, ENT, GYN, and bariatric surgeries
Monitor, communicate, and collaborate patient’s health statuses with interdisciplinary teams.
Receive patients from PACU, monitor post op vital signs, set up PCA Xluids and review plan of care.
Assist patients safely with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting, transferring and ambulations while ensuring HIPPA compliance.
Responsibilities of a charge nurse, such as supporting staff, completing assignments, providing excellent communication, and being a team player.
Relevant Theoretical/Clinical Experience
Foundations of Nursing-10 credits, 100 clinical hours
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing I - 11 credits, 150 clinical hours
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing II - 11 credits, 150 clinical hours
Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center (Sub-Acute/Rehab Unit)
03.2012 - 01.2015
Under the care of the DON, I have assumed the responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients
Manage a group of nurses for a shift of duty
Provide nursing care through assessment, implementation, and evaluation of care needed by assigned patients
Adhere to the plan of care for the area, and manage the environment to maintain resident/patient safety
Supervise the resident/patient care activity performance by the licensed practical nurses, nursing assistants, and helpers
Assist the physician in therapeutic measures as needed
Education
Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) -
Ohio University
Athens, OH
01.2022
Diploma - Nursing
Abington Memorial Hospital Dixon School of Nursing
Abington, PA
08.2010
BA - Communications/Public Relations
Millersville University
Millersville, PA
01.2004
Skills
Communication: Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication, cultural awareness, empathetic, patient-family focused
Clinical: Thorough physical assessments, safe foley catheter and NG tube insertion/removal, skin and wound care, easily assess patient’s conditions and implement appropriate interventions
Technical: Cerner, Epic
TPN Administration
Wound Care (Vacs)
IV Insertion and Therapy
PCA Administration
PICC Line Care
Tracheotomy Care
Gastrectomy & Jejunostomy Tubes
Certification
Registered Nurse(RN)RN License, PA #RN633231, valid until 2027-04-30
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association- Expires 2026
Awards
Anne V. Chisum Scholorship Award of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc., Sue Snyder Medical Staff Auxiliary of the Women’s Board of AMH, Women’s Basketball Athletic Program All- PSAC First Team