Registered Nurse Medical
Resume:
Debbie Cady
Occupational Health Registered Nurse
Juliaetta, ID
******@******.****.*** - 208-***-****
Registered Nurse with 7 years of experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing Clinic Leadership, Acute care to Pediatrics through Geriatrics, Case Management, General Care to Pediatrics through Geriatrics. Professionally
trained Registered Nurse with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of
patients with diverse needs. Registered Nurse with 3+ years of experience in clinical settings providing nursing care
to diverse populations.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Occupational Health Registered Nurse
SJRMC Occupational Health-Clearwater Paper - Lewiston, ID - October 2015 to April 2016 Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Assessed patients and documented their medical histories. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow. Performed Audiometry testing.
Performed Spirometry testing.
Performed Vision testing.
Performed (BAT) Breathalyzer testing.
Performed (UDS) Urinary Drug Screens.
Case Management
Assessed patients for muscle strains, sprains. Connected them to Game Ready for Orthopedic Therapies. Set temperature, compression and durations of treatment. Made appointments with Physical Therapy if needed.
Assessed and administered treatment for Paper Mill injuries i.e. Burns, Cardiac, Lacerations, Abdominal disturbances, Blood Pressure issues, Colds, Flu, Electrical Shock, Heat Stroke/Exhaustion, Monitored Blood Glucose.
Filed Workman's Compensation claims and follow-ups. Clinical Nurse II
Nimiipuu Health Tribal Clinic - Lapwai, ID - October 2013 to September 2015 Lead Nurse/Providers Nurse.
Trained new RN's, MA's and CNA's.
Walk-in Triage.
Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. Documented patient information obtained from interviews.? Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants. Assessed patients and documented their medical histories. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow. Experience with various medical conditions including Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer and Alzheimer's. Assisted doctors with minor surgeries and non-invasive procedures. Administered immunizations and IM injections to newborn through geriatric patients. Monitored for medication reactions.
Wound assessment, Debridement, Dressing and at home care. Applied Orthopedic braces, etc.
Sterile Technique.
Set-up and ran 12-Lead EKG.
Scheduled patients.
Spoke with outside agencies regarding reports, appointments and recommended care. Pain agreement contracts.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis. Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared them for lab submission. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. Provided patient education.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Followed infection control procedures.
Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients. Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures. Clinical Nurse I
Valley Medical Center - Lewiston, ID - May 2011 to March 2012 Worked as a float in Minor Care, Internal Medicine, Coumadin Clinic, Family Practice, Pediatric Triage Phone Nurse and Pediatrics.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants. Assessed patients and documented their medical histories. Coumadin Clinic: Monitored Coumadin levels, adjusted medications, counseled patients on dietary contributors, notified outlying physicians, Care Centers, etc. of medication changes and scheduled appointments.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow. Assisted doctors with minor surgeries and non-invasive procedure such as circumcisions. Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis. Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared them for lab submission. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Provided patient education.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, and follow-up care. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Set-up and ran 12-lead EKG's.
Initiated and monitored I.V.'s.
Administered oral and IM medications and immunizations. Wound assessment, dressing. Educated on home care of wound. Registered Nurse
Aspen Park Healthcare - Moscow, ID - March 2010 to October 2010 Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow. Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's, and COPD.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients. Provided patient/family education.
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, and follow-up care. Followed infection control procedures.
Administered oxygen and maintained equipment.
Connected patients to CPAP machines.
Wound care of amputees, abdominal wounds and ulcers. Wound staging. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Assisted patients with daily functions.
Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
Transported patients to and from different departments. Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming. Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients. Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities. Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring. Administered medications.
End of Life Care and counseling to patients and families. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Lewis-Clark State College - Lewiston, ID
2008
GED
Orofino High School - Orofino, ID
1985
SKILLS
Triage (4 years), Wound Care (7 years), IV Therapy (4 years), Injections IM/Subq/intradermal (7 years), EKG (4 years), Case Management (3 years), Charting (7 years), Lead Nurse (2 years), Seasoned in medical clinical procedures (3 years), Medical laboratory procedures (3 years), Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines (7 years), Competent at physical assessments (7 years) CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Nurse (RN)
December 2017
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
June 2016
BLS for Healthcare Providers
August 2017
Sexual Assualt Nursing Examiner
March 2019
Spirometry
March 2021
Occupational Hearing Conservationist
March 2021
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SKILLS
Audiometer reading deftness Professional bedside manner BAC screening/drug screen collection Patient evaluation/intervention understanding Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines BAC screen/drug screen collecting Patient-focused care Audiometer reading deftness Competent in physical assessments Spirometer reading competency Catheter insertion/removal capability Medical laboratory procedures talent Patient-focused care Minor surgery assistance awareness Culturally competent care Seasoned in medical clinical procedures Insulin medication assistance understanding Client relations aptitude Intravenous therapy comprehension
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