legal nurse consultant resume example with 19+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
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Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with twenty years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in perioperative and surgical units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Skills
Creative Problem Solving
Nursing Consultation
Care Coordination
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Treatment Preparation
Decision Making
Patient Care Assessment and Oversight
Specialized Healthcare Referrals
Critical Thinking
Clear Patient Communication
Accurate Documentation
Patient Condition Monitoring
Procedure Assistance
Medical Supply Management
Monitoring Vital Signs
Procedure Room Preparation
Healthcare Personnel Supervision
Student Precepting
Group and Individual Instruction
Nursing Performance Assessment
Delegation and Motivation
Curriculum Planning and Implementation
Positive Reinforcement
Team Motivation and Engagement
Instructional Materials Creation
Informative Lectures
Core Curriculum and Standards
Diversity and Inclusion
Education and Training
Montana StateBozeman, MT, Expected in 12/2002 ā āBachelor of Science:Nursing - GPA:
University of MontanaMissoula, MT, Expected in ā āMaster of Arts:Healthcare Communication - GPA:
Experience
Chi Health - Legal Nurse Consultant Searcy, AR, 08/2021 - Current
Conducted medical research to facilitate ongoing cases and legal investigations into personal injury and workman's compensation.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Provided legal team and clients with information and definitions for medical terminology.
Reviewed and summarized medical records and evidence to organize case information for lawyers.
Phoenix Home Care - Surgical/Perioperative Nurse and Clinical Educator Dexter, MO, 11/2015 - Current
Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Organized, implemented and appraised perioperative nursing care for each patient throughout entire surgery experience.
Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
Administered pain medication and implemented management techniques to assist patients experiencing discomfort.
Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
Created orientation and perioperative resource books, which were distributed to new nurses and during the orientation process.
Emotionally supported patients during treatments and gave information on support groups and therapy services.
Spoke with patients to better understand experienced side effects, noting details in charts for physician follow-up.
Mixed medications for ketamine infusions, carefully following physician specifications.
Utilized different items and methods, including gentle music and soft lighting in infusion room to promote kinder, less stressful atmosphere for patients.
Monitored patients' reactions to chemotherapy and recommended methods for treating side effects.
Oversaw infusion room cleaning and restocking treatment areas.
UC Health - Perioperative Clinical Instructor City, STATE, 09/2013 - 09/2015
Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
Frequently provided educational lectures to students.
Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments.
Initiated new learning methods to ensure total student comprehension while maximizing learning time.
Relayed feedback on clinical settings' effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals.
Educated and mentored students to help individuals surmount academic obstacles and personal difficulties.
Passed out syllabi and informed students of course standards and learning objectives.
Managed daily operations by delivering laboratory instruction, curriculum implementation, student advisement and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
Devised educational presentations to creatively communicate coursework objectives.
Improved nursing programs through collaboration with department heads, faculty and staff.
UC Health - Surgical Service Lead RN City, STATE, 11/2005 - 09/2015
Collaborated and established strong working relationships with physicians, supervisors and colleagues.
Located scheduling barriers and implemented appropriate solutions.
Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Transported patients to holding area to prepare for operating procedures.
Recorded patient outcomes, new post-operative prescriptions and other information in patient charts.
Sterilized and arranged operating equipment and instruments to prepare room for surgery.
Supported successful administration of care plans by communicating with cross-functional teams.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments.
Enhanced data collection accuracy by preparing, authoring and updating communications and policy memorandums.
Managed annual operational budget in development of programs and services to meet needs of diverse service line.
First Choice Home Health - Home Health RN Case Manager City, STATE, 01/2005 - 09/2005
Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Administered compassionate care to patients with debilitating back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
Worked with vendors on provision of medical equipment, supplies and services.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
St. Patrick's Hospital - Neuro Unit RN City, STATE, 01/2002 - 08/2004
Responded promptly to emergencies such as seizures and strokes to deliver exceptional care.
Delivered safe, effective and quality-focused nursing care for patients dealing with surgical and clinical neurological issues.
Conducted neurological and physical evaluations to collect data on patients' symptoms and progress with treatments.
Coordinated care for critical issues such as cerebral edema and intracranial pressure, hemodynamic instability and spinal injuries.
Coordinated nursing care with collaborative approach involving patients' goals, family support and medical targets.
Measured cerebrospinal fluid pressure to help treat hydrocephalus.
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Resume Overview
School Attended
Montana State
University of Montana
Job Titles Held:
Legal Nurse Consultant
Surgical/Perioperative Nurse and Clinical Educator