Dedicated Registered Nurse with a consistent work ethic and 20 years experience in outpatient setting. Driven by a passion for making a difference in the health of my community.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 1993 Ball State University - Muncie, Indiana
Graduated Cum Laude
Sigma Theta Tau, Honorary Society of Nursing
Skills
High level of autonomy
Adept at prioritizing/managing multiple tasks
Top-notch organizational skills
High attention to details
Professional
Caring and compassionate bedside manner
Teamwork attitude
Work History
Clinic Nurse, 08/2009 to Current Center Grove Community School Corporation – Greenwood , Indiana
Independently managed health needs of approximately 1,000 students including triage, daily management of chronic health conditions, first aid, referrals to and collaboration with health care providers.
Documentation of health information into Electronic Medical Records including office visits, immunizations, and care plans for chronic health conditions as well as emergency care in the school setting.
Educated staff by creating and presenting inservices on various relevant health topics.
Conducted mandated health screenings and ensured follow-up when needed.
Trained support staff in clinical procedures and delegated tasks accordingly.
Self-directed with strong assessment skills and high level of personal accountability.
Leader within school district for health policy and advocacy including initiating discussion on revision of Corporation Student Wellness Policy. Collected data on current practices developing a presentation for Administration along with strategic plan for improving health outcomes.
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse, 07/1996 to 07/2006 Community Hospital South / Voluntary Enterprises Inc – Indianapolis, IN
Dependable employee as evidenced by attendance and reliability with on-call status.
Dedicated work ethic along with teamwork attitude including flexibility with work schedule as needed.
Assessment and documentation of preoperative patient medical history and physical assessment.
Mindful of patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA laws.
Provided education to patients and families along with emotional support as needed.
Obtained lab specimens and communicated results with physicians as necessary.
Administration of medications along with obtaining intravenous access.
Managed care for post-operative patients including assessment, monitoring, medication administration and interpretation of labs .
Collaboration with anesthesiologist/surgeon as patient status warranted.
Instructed patients and caregivers on proper discharge care including medications, equipment and follow-up care.
Endoscopy Nurse, 01/1995 to 07/1996 Community Hospital East – Indianapolis, IN
Assessment and documentation of patient medical history and physical assessment prior to procedure.
Mindful of patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA laws.
Obtained lab specimens and communicated results with physician as necessary.
Administration of medications along with obtaining intravenous access.
Provided education to patients and families along with emotional support as needed.
Assisted physicians during procedures along with administering medications and monitoring patients during conscious sedation.
Managed care of patients after procedures including assessment, monitoring, and medication administration.
Instructed patients and caregivers on proper discharge care including medications and follow-up care.
Psychiatric Nurse, 01/1994 to 01/1995 Community Hospital North – Indianapolis, IN
Conducted intake interviews for newly admitted adult patients including physical and mental health assessments.
Provided therapeutic interactions as needed with patients as psychiatric symptoms presented in overnight hours.
Administered medications to patients along with providing ongoing evaluation of medication regime watching especially for possible life-threatening side effects.
Participated in milieu management ensuring safety for all staff and clients and performed physical restraints as necessary.
Monitored restraints as indicated according to facility policies.
Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed.
Audited charts and documented patient care as provided.
Monitored restraints as indicated according to facilities policies.
Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed.
Audited charts and documented patient care as provided.
Monitored restraints as indicated according to facilities policies.
Educated patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive measures, medications, or treatment
Assessed patients' mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints
Educated patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive measures, medications, or treatment
Assessed patients' mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints
Performed mental health assessments and completed medication reviews for child and adolescent patients
Completed comprehensive interviews with child and adolescent patients as well as making parent contacts and participated in family meetings to obtain comprehensive patient history
Performed mental health assessments and completed medication reviews for child and adolescent patients
Completed comprehensive interviews with child and adolescent patients as well as making parent contacts and participated in family meetings to obtain comprehensive patient history
Affiliations
National Association of School Nurses Member
Member of Center Grove School Corporation Wellness Committee
