Objective
Compassionate nursing professional seeking an opportunity in a health care facility where high energy, teamwork, reliability, and excellence are required.
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University-Indianapolis, IN 2013 Bachelors of Science in Nursing
MedTech College School of Nursing -Indianapolis, IN 2010
Associate of Science in Nursing
Purdue University - West Lafayette, IN 2004 Bachelors of Liberal Arts in Health and Fitness
Minor in Organizational Leadership Skills and English
Professional Experience
Health Services of the Pacific-Homecare/Hospice
Registered Nurse, Admit Nurse March 2015-August 2017
Provided nursing services for people who are home bound
Clinical knowledge and proficiency in nursing skills.
Assess patient home care needs including physical, emotional, and spiritual
Collaborated with other hospice personnel to ensure all providers were up-to-date in patient’s plan of care.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Provided education and consultation services to both the patient and family members.
Provided care, education and support for terminally ill patients and their caregivers
Followed plan of care to provide patient’s with highest comfort and quality of life
Supervised and educated LPN’s and HHA's on patient care.
Completed initial assessment of patient and family and determined home care needs
Community Home Health Services June 2014-December 2014
Registered Nurse, Case Manager
Provided nursing services for people who are home bound.
Provided nursing services based on the care plan devised.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
Provided education and consultation services to both the patient and family members
Provided case management for clients by developing care plans, consulting with other health care providers such as physicians and social workers.
Supervised and educated LPN’s and HHA's on patient care.
Provided complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illnesses.
Provided treatment as well as palliative care
Treated chronic wounds, including bedsores, abscesses and ulcerations.
St. Vincent Hospital-Medical Surgical Unit January 2011-December 2013
Registered Nurse
Provided care to adults on a 24-bed Medical Surgical Unit.
Assessed patient’s conditions and nursing needs, using the nursing process.
Ensured that every patient’s direct care needs are met.
Performed patient and family education.
Collaborated with a team in patient care.
Provided care appropriate to the age and specific needs of each patient.
Implemented infection control techniques in all patient interactions.
Charge nurse experience
Medication administration
Clinical knowledge and proficiency in nursing skills.
License and other Qualifications
CPR Certified: Health Care Provider, American Heart Association 2018
Indiana State Nursing License Active