Open To Work
Denise Ranzino
Plaquemine
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced RN specializing in cardiac care, medication administration, and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking.
Overview
2011
2011
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
OLOL Regional Medical Center
Baton Rouge
08.2003 - 03.2011
- Worked in cardiac care unit providing specialized patient care.
- Provided critical care in intensive care unit for high-acuity patients.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by ensuring sterile environments and equipment readiness.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital policies.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Advised patients on medication management and lifestyle modifications. regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Replenished clinical workstations with necessary medical supplies for efficient care. and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Digital Prepress Specialist
Moran Printing, Inc.
Baton Rouge
1997 - 03.1998
- Prepared digital files for print production using industry-standard software.
- Reviewed and corrected proofs to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Maintained color consistency across various printing projects.
- Analyzed and solved digital file issues and software and hardware challenges associated with prepress and printing.
- Managed workflow processes to streamline project execution. and scheduling of printing projects.
- Collaborated with graphic designers to enhance print layouts and specifications.
- Selected printing format and layout, prepared text and images for final print run and set up presses.
- Created and formatted newsletters, promotional documents and other projects based on design ideas or rough samples proposed by clients.
- Managed hard copy and electronic art and data files, verifying file availability to correct staff members or clients when required.
- Identified potential problems with customer artwork before they became costly mistakes in the printing process.
- Designed and artistically configured prepress projects using layout programs.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding file preparation and production issues.
- Ensured that all fonts were properly embedded in customer files before sending them through the workflow system.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing Degree
Our Lady of The Lake College
Baton Rouge08-2003
Associate of Science - Science
Our Lady of The Lake College
Baton Rouge, LA07-2001
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12-1989
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Surgical assistance
- Patient education
- Patient education and counseling
- Emotional support
- Palliative care awareness
- Palliative and pain management
- Wound care specialist
- Tracheostomy care
- IV management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Diabetes management
- Vaccine administration
- Immunization skills
- Family education
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Nutritional counseling
- Patient engagement
- Medical screening
- Effective communication
- Immunization skills
- Workflow coordination
- Electronic health records
- Laboratory testing
- EPIC use
- Technical troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Immunization protocols
- Time management
- Project coordination
- Wound management
- Airway management
- Managing deadlines
- Vital signs monitoring
- Body mechanics
- Pain management
- Emergency response training
- Geriatric nursing
- Health screening
- Hospice care
- Deadline management
- Tube feeding management
- Comprehensive patient care
- Gerontological care
- Health screening
- End-of-life care
- EHR management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
OLOL Regional Medical Center
08.2003 - 03.2011
Digital Prepress Specialist
Moran Printing, Inc.
1997 - 03.1998
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing Degree
Our Lady of The Lake College
Associate of Science - Science
Our Lady of The Lake College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University