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TONI SIMMONS

Metairie

Summary

Compassionate PACU RN with specialized skills in patient monitoring, pain management techniques, and post-surgical recovery protocols. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient care and support in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT REGISTERED NURSE

West Jefferson Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
  • Manage patients recovering from surgical, interventional radiology, and special procedures, focusing on airway and hemodynamic stability, as well as pain and wound management.
  • Provide care to high-acuity patients needing complex care, with various diagnoses including outpatient, medical/surgical, and critical care patients.
  • Accurately document all elements of nursing assessments, including admit assessments, treatments, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Adhere to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Collaborate with physicians and anesthesia staff to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatments while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments and treatments administered.
  • Educate patients and family members about postoperative recovery instructions and expectations.

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Southern Animal Foundation
01.2015 - 06.2020
  • Assist the veterinary health team to perform clinical procedures while ensuring patient safety.
  • Maintain records by documenting patient history and treatments.
  • Perform duties including administering medications, placing I.V. Catheters, obtain blood and urine samples, complete laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, and client communication.
  • Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Delgado Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA
05.2020

Veterinary Technology -

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA
07.2012

High School Diploma -

East Lake High School
Tarpon Springs, FL
05.2008

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Pain management
  • Wound care
  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Electronic health records
  • Preceptorship
  • Critical care nursing

Certification

  • BLS
  • ALS
  • PALS
  • NIHSS

Timeline

POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT REGISTERED NURSE

West Jefferson Medical Center
07.2020 - Current

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Southern Animal Foundation
01.2015 - 06.2020

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Delgado Charity School of Nursing

Veterinary Technology -

Delgado Community College

High School Diploma -

East Lake High School
TONI SIMMONS