Clinic Nurse resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Caring Clinic Nurse known for quickly building rapport and trust with patients through compassionate demeanor. Efficiently managing processes and workflows to maintain smooth, seamless clinic operations and drive patient satisfaction. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with EMR charting. Dedicated and dependable with 22+ years of nursing experience.
Skills
Body mechanics knowledge
Acute and rehabilitative care
Intake and discharge
Diagnostic tools experience
IV drug therapy management
Diabetes management
Staff Development and Precepting
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Medication and IV administration
Supervision
Customer service
Computer skills
Active listening
Troubleshooting
People skills
Experience
Clinic Nurse, 05/2013 to Current Catholic Health Initiative – Garrison, ND,
Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.
Used Intergy Program to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information such as in-house laboratory test results and clinician orders.
Followed up on diagnostic tests to verify completion and obtain results for treatment planning.
Prepared charts for clinic patients, including gathering all hospital records and test results.
Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
Instructed patients and family members on medication and treatment instructions to promote adherence to guidelines.
Prepared patient rooms for visits by including cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
Collected blood samples using phlebotomy best practices and labeled specimens for testing.
Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Participated in continuing education programs to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
Provided training and supervision to students and new staff members (nurses and CMA's).
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Staff Registered Nurse, 04/2000 to 06/2013 Cardinal Village – Sewell, NJ,
Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Provided training and supervision to students and new staff nurses in Labor & Delivery, postpartum, newborn care, and post-op patients.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
I was a labor and delivery nurse for 10 1/2 years full time. My primary role was taking care of labor patients, couplet care, surgical patients, and home visits after mom/baby left the hospital. I was also charge nurse at times as well as assisting in organizing home visits.
Prior to working on the Family Care Center I was employed in Healthy Beginnings for 1 1/2 years and the Medical Surgical Unit for approximately 1 year.
Staff Registered Nurse, 06/1999 to 04/2000 Cardinal Village – Sewell, NJ,
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
I worked with many orthopedic patients.
I had been charge nurse at times on this unit.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/1999 Creighton University Mary Lanning Campus - Hastings, NE, GPA:
I received my Bachelor in Science of Nursing May 15, 1999 from Creighton University School of Nursing Hastings, NE Campus.
Honor: Nursing Student of the Year Award, May 1999
*This award was for displaying outstanding ability and academic achievement, professional competence, service, and spirit.
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