Diabetes Nurse Educator resume example with 16+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Summary
Focused Clinical Nurse Supervisor / Clinical RN offering [15] years of success in leading highly effective teams while providing superior patient care. Well-versed in all aspects of nursing staff management/care with proven history of collaborating with medical personnel to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Dedicated to developing clinically competent, patient-focused nursing professionals.
Skills
Testing protocols
Materials preparations
Communications
Team management
Planning and coordination
Customer service
Problem resolution
Relationship development
Organization
Expertise in diabetes education
Patient monitoring
Diabetes management
Updating computer records
Infectious disease control
Monitoring vital signs
Wound care specialist
Taking vitals
IV drug therapy management
Maintaining feeding pumps
Follow-up calls
Strong medical ethic
Medication and IV administration
Compassionate STD care and counselor
Enthusiastic caregiver
Performing bladder scans
Nursing staff leadership
Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
Team supervision
Gastroenteral nutrition education
IV and venipuncture certified
Documenting vitals
Patient Management
Health care consultation
SBAR communication
Preparing for procedures
Medication administration expert
Electronic Health Records Management
Removing stitches and staples
Changing tracheostomies
Patient education and counseling
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Disease management programs
Administering medicines
Infant CPR certified
Catheters
Palliative and Pain Management
Nursing supervisor
Education and Training
Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZExpected in 03/2023 ā āBachelor of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community CollegePhoenix, AZExpected in 10/2008 ā āAssociate of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Experience
Spectrum Health - Diabetes Nurse Educator Caledonia, MI, 12/2008 - Current
Maintained detailed documentation of education services provided and learning outcomes.
Supported clients and professional staff by routinely answering questions about diabetes and treatments.
Used standard checklists to assess individuals presenting with diabetes for co-morbidities, current symptoms and vitals.
Planned, implemented and managed diabetes education programs for hospital patients and community members.
Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs.
Provided necessary health education training for patients.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Explained medical conditions and illnesses in easy-to-understand terminology to inform and educate patients.
Wellpath - Registered Nurse Swainsboro, GA, 11/2008 - Current
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale and satisfaction.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Conducted restraint audits according to organizational guidelines and generated reports for nursing leadership review and analysis.
Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
Administered colostomies and ostomies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Maintained detailed documentation of education services provided and learning outcomes.
St. Vincent Charity Medical Center - Clinical Nursing Supervisor Canton, OH, 11/2009 - 10/2017
Directed and managed 10-person team of clinical and support personnel.
Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
Evaluated patients, determined care needs and managed implementation of treatment plan.
Created and implemented improvement plans to resolve issues and drive improvements to deficient areas.
Provided routine management and emergency response.
Delegated tasks to each member of staff and oversaw task completion, offering assistance to promote success.
Implemented highly effective onboarding and coaching program for new and existing staff members and promoted cross-training in other areas.
Fresenius Medical Care - Patient Care Technician Burbank, IL, 01/2006 - 11/2008
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
Responded promptly to patient call lights to provide physical and emotional support.
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School Attended
Arizona State University
Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College