Elizabeth Ascencio
Core Medical Staffing
Surprise
18
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in pain assessment and care plan development. Proven ability to provide emotional support and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient quality of life. Exceptional organizational, communication and clinical documentation skills.
Work History
Hospice Registered Nurse
3 Years 8 Months- Administered patient care plans, ensuring comfort and dignity for terminally ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive end-of-life care.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care strategies to optimize patient quality of life.
- Implemented pain management techniques, improving patient comfort through tailored interventions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective pain management strategies and symptom control.
- Conducted regular clinical assessments of assigned patients, identifying any changes in condition that may necessitate modifications to the care plan.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment during transitions.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while working closely with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining open lines of dialogue with patients' families.
- Educated families on hospice services, enhancing understanding of patient needs and available resources.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing their mental and physical needs.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
4 Years 1 Month- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care plans for patients and families.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical evaluations and feedback.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure cohesive patient care and communication.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, symptom management, and available resources.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
3 Years 3 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes in the Surgical ICU.
- Monitored patient vitals and implemented changes in care plans based on real-time assessments.
- Administered complex medication regimens and IV therapies to critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing recovery understanding and compliance.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse Traveler
7 Years- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and responding swiftly to emergencies.
- Administered critical care treatments and medications according to protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Employed both in 13 week contracts and per diem status
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Pain assessment
Care plan development
Clinical documentation
EMR management
Patient and family education
Strong clinical judgment
Effective communication
Patient communication
Organizational skills
Emotional support
Timeline
Hospice Registered Nurse
Core Medical Staffing
11.2022 - CurrentRead More
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
10.2018 - 11.2022Read More
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
07.2015 - 10.2018Read More
Intensive Care Registered Nurse Traveler
Readymedstaffing
07.2008 - 07.2015Read More
Montana State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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