Dedicated Registered Nurse with proven expertise in acute care at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient pain management and interventions. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate care, alongside strong abilities in intravenous therapy and teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in patient recovery times by leveraging advanced diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Utilized Meditech to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2024
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Arizona Community College
Globe, AZ
05-2024
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Intravenous therapy
Healthcare ethics
Clinical judgment
Compassionate care
Documentation
Problem-solving
Task prioritization
Diagnostic test ordering
Teamwork
Critical thinking
Analytical thinking
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Arizona Community College
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