Registered Nurse
Resume:
Kara Selby
Hubert, NC *****
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as a Registered Nurse at Camp Lejeune Naval Hospital,
this will require me to expand my practical experience while providing
quality health care to patients.
EDUCATION
Indiana State University 08/2008-05/2012
Dean's list Spring and Fall semesters of 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. GPA 3.87/4.0
in the BS-Nursing Program. Graduated: May, 2012
Warren Woods Tower High School 08/2004-06/2008
Academic Diploma. GPA 3.54/4.0.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse-Nephrology
12/2012-Present, Carolina East Medical Center. New Bern, NC
*Provide nursing care by utilizing the components of the nursing process
*Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with
members of the health care team
*Provide learning opportunities to meet the educational needs of the
patient, family, and members of the health care team.
*Ability to maintain and improve nursing skills to provide nursing care
within the hospital environment.
*Effective performance of basic nursing skills such as IV and catheter
insertion, head to toe assessments, and accurate patient documentation.
*Care for patients with peritoneal dialysis, fistulas, NG tubes, and the
performance of wound dressing changes.
Registered Nurse-Surgery/Oncology
05/2012-11/2012, Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Newburgh, IN
*Daily care of patients which include: setting up IV’s, medication
administration, providing emotional support for patient and families,
patient education, basic care for drains and tubes (NG, CBI, chest tubes, JP
drains)
*Report changes to physicians and health care professionals involved in
care. Thorough report of patient condition at change of shift.
*Provide updates to families and patients about any condition changes.
*Perform accurate and thorough documentation.
*Demonstrate the knowledge to provide holistic care for the patient.
*Supervising and overseeing the duties of patient care technicians by
monitoring and assisting in daily care of the patient.
*Provide comfort care to terminal patients and emotional support to their
families.
*Maintain privacy and confidentiality of the patient and patient medical
information.
Patient Care Assistant
06/2010-04/2012, Union Hospital Inc. Terre Haute, IN
*Performed secretary duties and relayed information quickly and
efficiently.
*Transferred and transported patients safely throughout hospital.
* Performed baths, bed changes, and provided accurate values for vital
signs, glucose levels, and intake and output to designated nurse.
*Performed accurate and efficient charting on patient’s daily activities.
*Maintained professional patient confidentiality.
Student Nurse-ISU
08/2008 – 05/2012, Union Hospital, Terre Haute, IN
*Performed IV insertions, catheterizations, dressing changes, baths, bed
changes, and charting.
*Performed client assessments of physical, mental, and at risk indicators
accurately.
*Provided proficient and skillful care for all clients.
*Performed accurate medication administration under the supervision of
clinical instructor.
*Provided patient care in labor and delivery room.
*Under supervision of preceptor, demonstrated knowledge of fetal monitors
and assessments of patient in active labor.
Academic Peer Advocate
08/2009-05/2010, Residential Life-Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN
* Implemented and planned programs to educate residents on development
of leadership, personal growth, and academic engagement.
*Established communities that supported academics.
*Maintained a professional level of confidentiality.
* Facilitated transition of first year college students in regards to academic
success.
* Supervised and mentored residents on an as needed basis.
SKILLS
*Microsoft Word and Excel, Picaso, Sorian, OAS Gold, Centricity, EPIC
computerized charting, Cerner, AS400, Care mobile. ACLS certified
References:
Debra Wilson MSN, RN, OCN Linda Walters, RN, MSN Constance Thomas PhD, RN
Department Manager Assistant Professor Instructor/Facilitator
Surgery-Oncology Indiana State University Indiana State University
Deaconess Hospital College of Nursing College of Nursing
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