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NURSING INSTRUCTOR
Summary

Hardworking Registered Nurse well-versed in primary care and management. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care with supervisory experience. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment.

Skills
  • Operating simulation equipment
  • Performing physical assessments
  • Leadership and mentoring abilities
  • Student evaluation abilities
  • Clinical supervision
  • Process improvement
  • Training and Development
  • Parental support
  • Neonatal care plans
  • Newborn health evaluations
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Intake and discharge
Experience
December 2017
to
Current
Southern Regional Technical CollegeThomasville, GANursing Instructor
  • Teach nursing students how to perform skilled techniques.
  • Remained current in instructional methods and evidence-based, best practice nursing concepts and impact such concepts place on nursing program students' education.
  • Contributed professional feedback in timely manner to student inquiries in class, online or during established consultation hours.
  • Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
  • Continuously improved course curricula, content and materials to maintain currency with changing demands and technological advancements.
  • Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nursing in Pediatrics, OB, Women's Health, Medical Surgical and Fundamentals.
  • Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
  • Instructed courses in nursing to meet all educational requirements stated in credit course outline and board of registered nursing regulations.
  • Supplied each student with syllabus complying with department guidelines, including all course requirements, attendance requirements and related course procedures.
  • Maintained current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance and student academic progress.
  • Guided and supervised nursing students in all learning activities, including classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
  • Procured knowledge of national and local trends in nursing practices to successfully integrate into learning activities.
  • Completed 30 hours per week of direct patient care activities to maximize clinical expertise.
June 2017
to
November 2017
Phoebe Putney Hospital Memorial HospitalAlbany, GANICU Registered Nurse
  • Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
  • Formulated care plans for every individual neonatal intensive care patient, reviewing on daily basis to determine effectiveness.
  • Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
February 2007
to
December 2017
Archbold Medical CenterThomasville, GANurse Manager
  • Oversaw nursing operations for Med/Surg Unit with a focus on Medical, and Hematology/Oncology patients, delivering leadership, assistance and management for staff of 75-90.
  • Managed performance of nursing staff of 75-90 by reviewing task completion, prioritization and reports.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and job assignments.
  • Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
  • Managed medication dispensing and control.
  • Evaluated patients' needs and preferences to create and update treatment plans.
  • Provided case management, and emergency intervention.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, patient management and review.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Provided skilled direct nursing care to patients on the unit.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Boosted patient outcomes through delivery of peer groups and client education.
  • Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Helped floor nurses make care decisions by applying exceptional clinical judgment and knowledge of facility policies.
  • Kept close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
  • Received and researched complaints from families, patients and clinical staff in order to resolve concerns to full satisfaction.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Supervised 32-bed unit while providing direct patient care to acutely ill patients as needed.
  • Consistently maintained core measures, patient satisfaction and HCAPs.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided training and supervision to 75-90-member staff in Med/Surg unit.
  • Offered clinical leadership and oversight to 32-bed acute care medical-surgical unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
  • Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
May 2006
to
February 2007
Miller County HospitalColquitt, GARegistered Nurse
  • 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.
  • Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
  • Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
  • Administered colostomies and ostomies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
  • Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
  • Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
  • Leveraged nursing skills to provide relief assistance to surgery and endoscopy departments.
  • Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for operating room procedures.
  • Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Education and Training
May 2016
Thomas UniversityThomasville, GAMaster of Science: Nursing Administration
August 2006
Darton CollegeAlbany, GAAssociate of Science: Nursing
Bainbridge CollegeBainbridge, GASome College (No Degree): Transferred Nursing
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Southern Regional Technical College
  • Phoebe Putney Hospital Memorial Hospital
  • Archbold Medical Center
  • Miller County Hospital

School Attended

  • Thomas University
  • Darton College
  • Bainbridge College

Job Titles Held:

  • Nursing Instructor
  • NICU Registered Nurse
  • Nurse Manager
  • Registered Nurse

Degrees

  • Master of Science : Nursing Administration
    Associate of Science : Nursing
    Some College (No Degree) : Transferred Nursing

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