TESS WARNER, RN
Nashville, TN ***** 717-***-**** ****.********@*****.***
Professional summary
Compassionate NICU Nurse eager to transition into the aesthetic field. Proven ability to remain calm and provide exceptional quality care in the most stressful environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on patient satisfaction. Excited to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Highly motivated to foster new skills and ongoing knowledge in the aesthetic field.
Education
American Sentinel University, Waterbury, CT Projected May 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College, Harrisburg, PA May 2021
Associate of Science in Nursing
Keystone Technical Institute, Harrisburg, PA May 2017
Associate of Science, Dental Assistant Specialist
licensure/certifications
Registered Nurse
-Tennessee: 252797 (Compact)
BLS, NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E
Experience
Centennial Medical Center, NICU May 2021 - Present
Staff Nurse
●Utilize expert critical thinking skills to assess, evaluate, and treat critically ill infants in 48 bed level III NICU
●Communicate and collaborate with interdepartmental team members to achieve best patient outcomes
●Assist providers in all bedside procedures, emergent and elective
●Initiate and maintain intravenous lines, including PICCs and UACs
●Guide and educate parents and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, and preventative measures
●Handle critical care responsibilities including high frequency ventilation, invasive cardiac monitoring, and temperature regulation
●Initiate and maintain open communication and a trusting relationship with patient family members
●Effective time management and prioritization in fast paced environment
UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg, PA September 2019 - May 2021
Patient Care Technician
●Perform point of care tasks such as vital signs, 12 lead EKGs, blood glucose monitoring, removal of peripheral IV's and foley catheters, simple dressing changes, record patient intake and output for accurate monitoring and collect specimens for up to 20 patients at a time
●Provide patient care as determined by the protocols of specific units: Tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, oral suctioning, endotracheal tube suctioning and pulse oximetry readings
●Adhere to HIPAA requirements and maintain patient confidentiality
●Acknowledged numerous times by healthcare staff and patients for my ability to work through difficult situations and provide extraordinary care
NICU Clinical Assistant January 2019 - September 2019
●Assist with newborn patients under the supervision of Doctors and Registered Nurses
●Collaborate with medical and administrative personnel to maintain a patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment
●Support duties for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including set up and operation of medical equipment, as well as sanitizing and organization of exam rooms
●Monitor supplies in front office and in-patient rooms accordingly to stay in line with expected patient levels
Children's Dental Health Harrisburg, PA June 2017 to December 2018
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
●Performed x-rays, scheduling, documenting histories, and essential dental procedures within scope of dental assistant practice guidelines in fast paced dental practice
●Instruct patients on pre- and post-surgical care while educating patients on dental hygiene