Employee Health RN for 6 years.
Resume:
Renee Smith
Registered Nurse
*************@*****.*** • 805-***-****
Ojai, CA, 93023
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated professional with comprehensive experience delivering quality, evidence-based patient care and support within dynamic and high-pressure hospital/clinical settings. Qualifications Summary
• Leveraged a patient-centered approach to medical care by conducting thorough health assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and formulating tailored treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes and promote wellness.
• Proficient in utilizing electronic health records (EHR) systems to document patient information accurately and maintain a secure and organized medical record system.
• Adept at managing multiple patients with complex medical issues, prioritizing tasks effectively while maintaining high-quality standards of care.
• Committed to implementing evidence-based practice guidelines to enhance clinical outcomes, staying current with the latest advancements in healthcare through active participation in continuing education programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering open dialogue with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues to ensure effective care coordination and patient education. Professional Experience
VENTURA COUNTY GROUPS, Ventura, CA Oct 2019 to Present Employee Health Nurse
Deliver direct nursing services, encompassing assessments, treatments, immunizations, medication administration, and wound care with precision. Educate employees on healthcare coverage benefits to foster informed decision- making. Cultivate strong alliances with local physicians' offices, streamlining specialty care referrals for employees. Update and maintain impeccable medical records in line with HIPAA guidelines. Administer immunizations to ensure full alignment with relevant laws and regulations. Engage proactively in ongoing education, enhancing specialized expertise in areas such as gerontology and pediatrics.
• Drove impactful employee wellness programs to promote overall health and well-being.
• Executed systematic audits that enhanced departmental procedures and operational efficiency.
• Employed exceptional patient-centered care proficiency, elevating healthcare quality and patient satisfaction. VENTURA COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER (VCMC), Ventura, CA Feb 2015 to Feb 2019 Circulating Registered Nurse, Surgery
Contributed to physicians' efforts during patient examinations and surgeries focusing on enhancing overall patient care quality. Fostered collaborative relationships with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals, ensuring optimal patient care outcomes. Demonstrated strong leadership by imparting departmental procedures, policies, and protocols to new staff members.
• Proficiently utilized computerized charting systems, including EPIC, to maintain accurate daily activity records. P a g e 2 2
• Integrated evidence-based practice guidelines, elevating patient care service quality and safety.
• Handled complex medical cases, ensuring thorough and competent management. COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM (CMHS), Ventura, CA Jul 2005 to Feb 2015 Staff RN, OVCH
Operated in PACU, Pre-op, and Med-Surg units, while serving as a circulating nurse in surgical procedures. Administered medications following established protocols, ensuring patient well-being. Collaborated with physicians and healthcare providers to optimize patient results. Employed critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care comprehensively. Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, adhering to hospital policies. Actively engaged in ongoing education, staying updated with industry best practices. Adhered strictly to infection control policies and procedures, preserving a safe patient environment.
• Provided care in the ICU and administered sedation during MRI, CT, and epidural injections.
• Formulated and executed patient-specific nursing care plans in accordance with physician directives.
• Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines, driving improved clinical outcomes.
• Initiated emergency procedures when necessary, including CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support interventions.
• Identified and addressed potential risk factors impacting patient safety and outcomes.
• Showcased adept organizational skills in managing complex cases across multiple patients. Career Note
RN ll CMHS
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (GPA 3.7)
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ, Mar 2020
Associate of Science in Nursing
Ventura College School of Nursing, Ventura, CA
Licenses & Certifications
AED
BLS
Public Health Nurse
ACLS
Associations
Sigma Theta Tau Membership
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