April Adams, R.N. Telephone: 801-***-****

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Lindon, UT 84042

Professional Gain experiences to diversify nursing experiences, knowledge base, and skills Objective

Education Frontier Nursing University-Hyden, Kentucky Pursuing masters of nursing

2017-2021; 6/2022-9/2022

Weber State University-Ogden, Utah

Associates of Nursing (ADN)-May 2004

Graduated with high honors

Cumulative GPA: 3.85

Weber State University-Ogden, Utah

Bachelor of Integrated Studies -May 2015

(emphases: microbiology and Spanish; minor: chemistry) Cumulative GPA: 3.81

Educational Dean’s Honor Roll – 15 semesters

Highlights Recipient of the John S. and Anne H. Hinckley Scholarship Member of Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society

First-generation college student and have earned my own college expenses Ranked in the top 10 percent of my senior class at Weber State University

Work Experience

11/22 to 3/23 UHS Salt Lake Behavioral Health hospital

Admitted patients with mental health concerns/problems. Communicated with providers to determine the best location, within the hospital, to admit. Floated to the different units when the admissions floor was already taken care of.

3/16 to 1/6/20 Utah Valley Hospital, Provo, UT

Pediatric Intermediate Medical Care RN

Provided care to more critical care pediatric patients on the pediatric unit, such as patients on insulin drips, patients requiring BiPAP or CPAP, suicidal patients, and clinically unstable patients. Assessed hourly and PRN and appropriately intervened to keep patients stable and eventually improve the health and outcome of each child. Educated patients and family members extensively to help ease anxiety and increase compliance with plan of care. Promoted safety and healthy living.

8/10 to 9/18/14 Access Homecare and Hospice, Ogden, UT Homecare RN

Case manager year-contract at Assisted Living Facility. Assessed homecare patients and intervened as needed to maintain optimal physical and emotional health. Assessed vital signs and blood sugar and administered insulin as prescribed per physician order. Assessed wounds and provided wound care as needed and ordered. Advocated for patients and families by communicating with other members of the healthcare team to assure optimal care. 4/09 to 6/10 Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC), Honolulu, HI RN on Emergency Department

Provided healthcare to the men, women, and families of those serving within the military; Maintained professional skills; Attended Crisis Team Training and the Trauma Nurse Core Course; Accepted the responsibility of being charge nurse, ED staff educator, Mock code coordinator, and preceptor for new nurses within the ED and those rotating through. 7/08 to 4/09 Altres Medical Staffing, Honolulu, HI RN on Pediatric Unit and Emergency Department

Prepared patients for and assisted with examinations. Started intravenous lines and drew blood for laboratory testing. Administered injections and medications. Dressed wounds and incisions. Promoted health, prevented disease, and helped patients cope with illness. Observed, assessed, and recorded patient symptoms, reactions and progress. Identified and treated medical conditions that could place a patient at risk for cardiac or respiratory distress or arrest. Advocated for patients and their families by collaborating with physicians to provide the highest quality of care. 8/05-5/08 McKay Dee Hospital, Ogden, UT

RN on Pediatric Unit/Emergency Department/Float Pool Assessed patients at beginning of shift, and continued assessments throughout the day to improve the health and well-being of each patient. Provided continuation of care by communicating with other caregivers and doctors. Administered medications per MD order. Educated patients and family members regarding plan of care. Started intravenous lines and maintained integrity of lines as per protocol. Maintained confidentiality per HIPAA regulations. Attended staff meetings and other educational opportunities to increase knowledge base and further develop personal and professional skills.

5/04 to 5/06 Applegate Homecare, Ogden, UT

LPN/RN for pediatric homecare patients

Assessed pediatric patients in home and in school environments. Maintained airway by suctioning as needed and providing oxygen. Monitored vital signs frequently. Provided comfort and opportunities for learning. Promoted and maintained skin integrity. Provided Gastric-tube and Tracheostomy care as needed. Monitored ventilator settings and intervened as needed to support airway, breathing, and circulation. Ensured safety of patient and of those around him or her. Educated patients and his or her families.

8/03 to 2/05 Ogden Regional Medical Center, Ogden, UT LPN/RN on float pool

Assessed patients and provided care as needed. Prevented skin breakdown. Administered medications. Started and monitored IV lines. Communicated with doctors and other medical personnel regarding patient care. Continually assessed patient status, and monitored vital signs during shift. Provided comfort. Taught and mentored patients and his or her families Volunteer, Service,

And Leadership

1/13-10/15 CASA (Court-appointed Special Advocate) volunteer for children in abusive situations

11/11-11/15 Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

9/10-8/11 Wolf Cub Scout Leader

3/11-6/11 Respite care of elderly woman in community: 2hrs per week 12/10-8/11 Free Piano lessons each week to a couple boys in the community 8/12-5/15 Research with Dr. Nakaoka at Weber State on antibiotic resistance among enterococci,

(72 hours)

Skills and Abilities CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Intermediate fluency in Spanish. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.

References Available upon request

Employment History

Title Organization

Start

date End date

Pediatric

Intermediate

Medical Care RN

Utah Valley

Hospital

Mar

2016

Jun 2020

Gap in employment Gap in

employment

Dec

2015

Feb 2016

Homecare RN Case

manager

Access Homecare

and Hospice

Aug

2010

Sep 2014

RN Tripler Army

Medical Center

Apr

2009

Jun 2010

RN Altres Medical

Staffing

Jul

2008

Apr 2009

RN McKay Dee

Hospital

Aug

2005

May 2008

Gap in employment May

2006

May 2008

LPN RN for pediatric Applegate Homecare May 2004

LPN/RN Ogden Regional Medical Center Aug 2003

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