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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]