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Sydney Farris

New Orleans

Summary

Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency triage and patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions in fast-paced medical environments. Team-oriented and reliable with healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Ochsner Medical Center New Orleans - Main Campus
01.2023 - Current
  • Triage incoming patients upon arrival to determine the urgency and severity of their condition to prioritize care accordingly
  • Closely observing patients for changes in condition and responding promptly to complications
  • Obtain and analyze abnormal vital signs and alert care team for early intervention
  • IV insertion, therapy, and management
  • Titrate critical medications
  • Administer medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitor responses.
  • Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members to communicate patient status updates effectively

Emergency Department Nurse Technician

OUR LADY OF LOURDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assist with direct patient care procedures and related tasks
  • Obtain vital signs and blood work
  • Assist in obtaining patient history
  • Assist with medical examinations

Waitress

POUR RESTAURANT AND BAR
11.2020 - 06.2022
  • Remove dishes and glassware from tables in prompt manner to increase efficiency
  • Contribute to a friendly and collaborative work atmosphere for staff and patrons
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

Physical Therapy Technician

TRI-CITY PHYSICAL THERAPY
05.2016 - 08.2020
  • Assisted patients perform and complete various exercises
  • Assisted physical therapists in the designation and demonstration of patient exercises
  • Provided a comfortable and caring atmosphere for patients during rehabilitation
  • Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
  • Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE
Lafayette, LA
12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE
Lafayette, LA
05.2016

Skills

  • Proficient in Epic
  • Organized
  • Time management
  • Adaptable to change
  • Punctual
  • Enthusiastic
  • Effective communicator

Certification

  • Basic Life Support
  • PALS
  • ACLS
  • CPI
  • TNCC

Professional References

Provided Upon Request

Timeline

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Ochsner Medical Center New Orleans - Main Campus
01.2023 - Current

Emergency Department Nurse Technician

OUR LADY OF LOURDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
06.2022 - 01.2023

Waitress

POUR RESTAURANT AND BAR
11.2020 - 06.2022

Physical Therapy Technician

TRI-CITY PHYSICAL THERAPY
05.2016 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE
  • Basic Life Support
  • PALS
  • ACLS
  • CPI
  • TNCC

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE
Sydney Farris