Highly skilled Primary Charge Nurse with background in acute care, patient advocacy, and team leadership. Demonstrated ability to manage high-stress situations while providing top-quality patient care. Known for strong clinical judgment and skills in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. Previous work has resulted in improved efficiency within nursing teams and increased patient satisfaction levels.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Charge Nurse Cardiac Services
OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center
Urbana
01.2007 - Current
Responded promptly to requests from physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Monitored patient progress and reported changes in condition to physician or supervisor.
Provided direct nursing care, including vital sign monitoring, wound care, medication administration and other treatments.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions utilizing evidence-based practice guidelines.
Performed physical assessments to determine patient status and document findings in patient records.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services according to established standards of practice.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while adhering to established policies and procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.