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Person Information
- Name: Alex Rivera
- Address: 856 South Healthcare Avenue, Nursetown, NC 27856
- Phone: (555) 432-9987
- Email: [email protected]
Professional Summary
Dedicated and patient-focused PACU Nurse with 7 years of experience providing top-notch care in post-anesthesia care units. Adept at handling critical care situations, managing post-operative recovery, and ensuring the highest levels of patient care. Committed to implementing best practices in monitoring, pain management, and post-surgical care to aid in the patient's recovery process. Enthusiastic team player with a strong ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Core Competencies
- Post-Anesthesia Care
- Pain Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Critical Care Nursing
- Patient & Family Education
- Team Collaboration
- Emergency Response
- Medication Administration
Technologies & Certifications
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN)
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems, including Epic and Cerner
Professional Experience
PACU Nurse St. Helena Hospital, Nursetown, NC March 2017 - Present
- Provided care for patients recovering from anesthesia post-surgery, ensuring safe and effective pain management and recovery.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other nursing staff to develop post-operative care plans.
- Monitored patients for any signs of complications following surgery and responded with appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and their families on post-operative care and pain management strategies.
Staff Nurse - Surgical Ward City General Hospital, Nursetown, NC June 2016 - February 2017
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for surgery and provided post-operative wound care and monitoring.
- Administered medications, including IV fluids and analgesics, as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in the planning and implementation of patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare team members.
Education & Training
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC Graduated: May 2016
Registered Nurse (RN) License, North Carolina Board of Nursing, 2016
Continuing education courses in post-anesthesia care and pain management techniques.
Referees
Jane Smith Head Nurse, PACU Department St. Helena Hospital, Nursetown, NC Email: [email protected]
Dr. Eric Brown Surgeon City General Hospital, Nursetown, NC Email: [email protected]
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