Dedicated Medical-Surgical RN with expertise in stroke care and geriatric nursing. Stroke Certified and skilled in acute neuro assessment, post-stroke management, and caring for elderly patients with complex medical needs. Committed to delivering safe, patient-centered care in fast-paced hospital settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals-Methodist Division
Philadelphia
07.2024 - Current
Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered care to geriatric patients with complex comorbidities, including cystic fibrosis, stroke, heart failure and COPD.
Monitored and managed acute and chronic symptoms in elderly cystic fibrosis patients, ensuring timely interventions and care coordination.
Responded rapidly to code strokes and participated in early intervention protocols to minimize neurological deficits and improve outcomes.
Provided specialized respiratory and nutritional care for adult cystic fibrosis patients, including airway clearance techniques and enzyme administration.
Acted as a resource nurse for stroke protocols and cystic fibrosis care on the unit; mentored new staff on specialized care approaches.
Nurse Extern
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Assists on Medical Oncology unit.
Conducted initial assessments of new patients upon admission under guidance of registered nurse.
Demonstrated effective communication skills with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
Capstone Student Nurse
Jefferson Frankford Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
Assisted on ICU CCU unit.
Utilized critical thinking skills when making clinical decisions based on patient assessment data.
Operated advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Phlebotomy Intern
Temple Jeanes Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2021
Performed over 250 venipunctures.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2024
Proficiency Certificate - Medical Assistant
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
12.2021
Associate of Arts - Health Care Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
05.2021
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Clinical judgment
Healthcare Team Collaboration
Critical thinking
Wound care
Stroke care and neurological assessments
Patient and family advocacy
Blood draw and sample collection
Certification
Registered Nurse (PA), RN792161 - Exp. 10/31/2025
American Heart Association BLS/CPR Certified, 07/2022 - Present
American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid, 04/2021 - Present
CITI Program: Social & Behavior Research Certification, 02/2023
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals-Methodist Division
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