GLORIDA PRESLEY

Bradenton, FL *****

941-***-****

advxx9@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Experienced Registered Nurse offering 8 years of clinical expertise, in Orthopedics rehabilitation, and Palliative care, with focus on quality of care. Proficient in time management, organization, and working independently. Proven efficiency in leadership skills, clear verbal and written communication skills, and coordinating with interdisciplinary support teams. Team-oriented and reliable with expert health care knowledge.

SKILLS

Pain management

Patient advocate, education and counseling

Computer skills

Patient care planning

Culturally-sensitive care

Strong communication skills and work ethics

Admission and transition planning

Wound care.

Training and development

PPE use

EXPERIENCE

UNEMPLOYED 9/21 TO CURRENT

TIDEWELL HOSPICE

Bradenton, FL

RN Case Manager 11/2016 to 09/2021

Advocated for patients by identifying physical, social, spiritual needs, communicated care preferences to members of interdisciplinary team, and physicians to verifying interventions met patients' treatment goals.

Conducted weekly evaluations to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications.

Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.

Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.

Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment (DME).

Trained oncoming nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.

LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTER

Sarasota, FL

RN, Orthopedics 02/2013 to 11/2016

Performed full assessment of 8-10 patients per shift upon arrival to orthopedic unit post- surgery. Collected pertinent data with focus on patients age and physical health status. Documented findings in EMR, reported any changes to surgical physicians.

Delivered array of direct nursing care services to surgical and orthopedic patients.

Educated patients on pain control utilizing both pharmaceutical and non- pharmaceutical methods.

Observed strict safety measures, including previous medical history, medication reconciliation, and checking allergies, before administration medications or wound care to patients. Utilized Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to record findings.

Collaborated with pertinent physicians, medical staff, case managers, physical and occupational therapists, during treatment, examination, and testing to assure quality of service was met.

Monitored surgical wound sites for signs and symptoms of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.

Educated patients on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints, and prostheses with focus on steps to prevent post-surgical infections. Then verified patient and family readiness before discharge.

Trained oncoming nursing staff and students. Worked with Nursing Coordinator educating incoming surgical candidates on what to expect prior to surgery via Power Point presentation.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: RN 12/2012

State College of Florida, Bradenton, FL

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT: CNA 05/1991

Central Florida Community College, Ocala, FL

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding performance and team contributions in first 6 months on orthopedic unit.

Trained oncoming nursing staff and students in both Orthopedic and Case Management positions.

Received recognition letter from returning surgical patient for outstanding level of care received.

Presented power point presentation to incoming surgical candidates in absence of Nurse Coordinator.

Completed teaching video on shortness of breath to educate hospice patients.

Performed as charge nurse on Orthopedic unit as needed.

Certifications

BLS- Basic Life Support

REFERENCES

References available upon request

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