Chrishona Lance
Arden
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse with ten years of experience in high-acuity patient care. Expertise in cardiac monitoring and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes through strong assessment skills and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and adjusted care plans accordingly for optimal recovery.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown
FlexCare Medical Staffing
Roseville, CA
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Administered patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Registered Nurse ICU
Pardee Hospital
Hendersonville, NC
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Administered critical care interventions, monitoring patient vitals and responding to emergencies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment for patient assessment and treatment in high-acuity settings.
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
Pardee Hospital
Hendersonville, NC
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with hospital protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to physicians.
- Increased efficiency in the Float Pool by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time across multiple units.
Registered Nurse Pulmonary Stepdown Unit
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville, NC
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Administered patient care, including medication administration and monitoring vital signs.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Oversaw patient management for those with chest tubes and tracheostomies. Coordinated care for long-term ventilated patients. Supervised administration of BiPAP and IV drip medications to enhance patient recovery.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL12-2015
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Cardiac monitoring
- Charge Nurse
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Certification
- Licensed Register Nurse - License Number 287259
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified through American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified through American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown
FlexCare Medical Staffing
02.2021 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse ICU
Pardee Hospital
10.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
Pardee Hospital
08.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse Pulmonary Stepdown Unit
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College