Registered Nurse Time Work

VALERIE ! LALONDE

*********@*****.*** 949-***-**** Irvine, CA 92603

Summary

As an RN for many years now I am dedicated and empathetic in delivering direct patient care. I am committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction by ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to practice standards. I am presently looking for part time/full time work.

I am married and have three children.

Skills

Understands medical procedures

Phlebotomy

Charting expertise Professional

bedside manner

Intravenous administering medications

Wound care and irrigation Proper

sterilization techniques HIPAA

compliance Venipuncture and

phlebotomy

Experience

Maxim Healthcare services RN responsibilities including: administration of vaccine, medication Orange, CA preparation, assessment of clients, computer documentation. Worked Covid Response Team RN with high volumes of clientele while being diligent with verification of Jan 2021 - Present each individual.

Health Fax, Inc. Costa Mesa, CA

Biometric Field Screener 1 (RN),Flu

Immunization

07/2019 - 11/2021

Flu Immunization and Biometric Field Service Provider is a healthcare professional who delivers Flu immunization and biometric screening at a workplace environment. Essential Functions

Proficient on the following screenings;

a. Cardio Check - Finger Stick Cholesterol and glucose blood collection. b. Lung Function

c. Blood Pressure

d. Grip Strength

e. Bone Sonometry

f. Derma Scan

g. Height/Weight

h. Body Composition

i. Body Mass Index

Administering Flu Immunizations;

-Administer Flu Immunizations

-Review Vaccination Consent Form prior to administration shot to ensure patients eligibility(allergies, age, pregnancy).

-Confirm participant information

-Ensure proper dose

-Documentation

-Maintain the vaccine cold chain, keeping vaccine at proper temperature.

-follow policy and procedure for administration

VL

St. Joseph's Hospital Outpatient Pavilion Blood Donor Center RN; Orange, CA

RN Staff Nurse

01/2006 - 12/2008

While in this job I performed pre-operative blood work for patients, performed autologous donations, volunteer blood donation, plasmapharesis.

-monitoring of patients during procedure and after.

-doing assessments with vital signs

-taking health histories

-documentation of procedure

Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.

Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.

Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.

Rady Childrens Hospital San Diego, CA

Registered Nurse;Hematology/Oncology

Infusion Ctr

10/2001 - 10/2002

Hematology/Oncology Infusion Center RN

I worked in the outpatient infusion center giving blood transfusions as needed to sick children anywhere from leukemia to those having blood abnormalities like sickle cell disease to rheumatoid arthritis.

I administered chemotherapy, working with porta catheters as well as many other treatments.

Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment. Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment. Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.

Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.

Ottawa Hospital Ottawa, Ontario

(Canada)

Registered Nurse

06/1991 - 10/2001

During my time at the Ottawa Hospital i worked in the medical/surgical unit/burn center for 5 years and the remainder of my years there in the hemodialysis center.

-while in the hemodialysis center we worked with outpatient as well as inpatients as it was a teaching hospital. These patients had acute/chronic renal failure.

-accessed fistulas and grafts for hemodialysis.

-I worked with the Fresenius 2008H machines.

-prepped patients for renal transplants

-took care of patients in the Intensive Care unit also when needed hemodialysis while there.

Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.

Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.

Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions. Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans. Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.

Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies. Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.

Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.

Other job description duties upon request.

Education and Training

St. Lawrence College Cornwall, Ontario (Canada)

RN Diploma in Nursing

12/1990

Certifications

College of Nurses of Ontario, No. 91-43991 California Board of Registered Nursing, No.544876 Annual

Nephrology Unit Nursing Exam 1999

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