NORA TAYLOR

CONTACT

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Blytheville, Arkansas 72315

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Well-trained Nurse with

background handling needs of

patients with multiple

commodities. Strengths include

treatment coordination,

implementation, and optimization

for all patients. Coordinates work

of PCTs to handle efficient

machine set up and patient

observations.

Responsive and highly

knowledgeable Dialysis Nurse

trained in hemodialysis. Oversees

care for 30 patients per day and

consistently meets high nursing

standards. Skilled in emergency

response, patient monitoring, and

EMR recordkeeping.

Dedicated RN with 10-years

background conducting acute

care tasks in clinical settings.

Skilled at diagnosing and treating

acute conditions, including

Hypertension and Fluid overload

with acute respiratory episodes.

Competent in team leadership

and development, patient care

and management, and emergency

treatment.

EXPERIENCE

ACUTE HEMODIALYSIS REGISTERED NURSE 2 Aug 2013 Current Fresenius Medical Care, Blytheville, Arkansas

Oversaw hemodialysis technicians and students to coordinate quality dialysis care.

Delivered inpatient dialysis services to acutely ill patients with diverse range of medical and surgical diagnoses.

Managed care professionally for optimal coordination, continuity, and patient safety.

Communicated and helped manage emergencies, complications, and incidents.

Implemented plans of care and monitored patients undergoing dialysis to spot concerning responses.

Evaluated patient assessments, dialysis orders, and laboratory results to maintain awareness of each patients' condition.

Collaborated with patients' nephrologist and other clinical professionals to implement prescribed treatments.

Performed physical examinations and special procedures. Assessed daily patient care needs and developed and distributed patient care assignments.

Formulated, implemented, and evaluated outcome-based treatment plans.

Contributed to and performed performance evaluations of staff. Reviewed patient charts and answered questions correctly and courteously.

Assigned, directed, educated, and monitored nursing and support staff during assigned shift.

Conducted patient interviews, explaining policies and procedures to patients and families.

Maintained current knowledge of and ensured compliance with all regulatory and professional standards of care.

Required minimal oversight to complete job tasks, meeting all deadlines and goals.

REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT Jul 2012 Aug 2013 Methodist university, Memphis, Tennessee

Demonstrated timely pain assessment and reassessment. Administered medication, IV therapy, and treatments. Delivered top-notch care and implemented infection control procedures to protect patients and staff.

Collaborated with patients, families, and healthcare team to coordinate successful patient care.

Taught patients appropriate and required care for at-home recovery after discharge.

Delivered direct patient care according to established standards. N

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SKILLS

Inpatient dialysis

Student training

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Emergency response

Hemodialysis

Technician oversight

Care plan implementation

Patient care

ESA, Antibiotics, Iron and

Vitamin D medicine

Problem-solving

Creative thinking

Prioritization

Patient management

LANGUAGES

English, Advanced

Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects.

REGISTERED NURSE, STEP DOWN UNIT Apr 2011 Jul 2012 Regional One, Memphis, Tennessee

Assessed gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and respiratory health status of each patient every [Timeframe].

Interviewed patients, reviewed charts, and evaluated systems to determine treatment needs.

Worked with admitting diagnosis of chest pain, syncope, and heart failure.

Administered prescribed treatments and offered caring support to meet comprehensive needs of patients in progressive care unit. Maintained constant vigilance over patients' care to meet safety goals, including side rails up, call lights working, and bedside stands within reach.

Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects.

Administered local, intravenous and inhalation anesthetics based on patient conditions and procedural requirements.

Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes. Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals.

Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions and offered emotional support.

Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations.

Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.

EDUCATION

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING May 2010

Arkansas Northeastern College, Blytheville, Arkansas

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