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REGISTERED NURSE, PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT
Professional Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 18 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in healthcare. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
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Work History
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit05/2019 to 04/2020
Ascension (System Office) – Washington , MI
Ascension (System Office) – Washington , MI
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Cared for patients in 32-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor12/2015 to 05/2019
American Senior Communities – Vevay , IN
American Senior Communities – Vevay , IN
- Led successful 17-person team comprised of LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Oversaw and managed 40 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and leadership workshops.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and otherareas to meet typical patient loads.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing03/2010 to 11/2015
Benchmark Senior Living – Shelton , CT
Benchmark Senior Living – Shelton , CT
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Managed 50 licensed and unlicensed personnel in 67-bed skilled/assisted living facility by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Recruited and developed quality individuals to develop accountable top quality staff.
- Decreased and prevented lapses in licensure by closely tracking nursing qualifications and credentials and sending out reminders to nursing staff.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated work performance of nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Fostered improvement in all operational facets, including staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
- Supervised and managed functions for 67-bed Medicare/Medicaid facility, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Planned and assigned workload to 50-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Registered Nurse, Assistant Director of Nursing06/2002 to 03/2010
Benchmark Senior Living – Milford , CT
Benchmark Senior Living – Milford , CT
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Education
Associate of Science: Registered Nurse06/2002Isothermal Foothills Consortium-
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Certifications
BCLS exp. 07/2021
ACLS exp. 07/2021
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School Attended
- Isothermal Foothills Consortium
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
- Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
- Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing
- Registered Nurse, Assistant Director of Nursing
Degrees
- Associate of Science : Registered Nurse 06/2002
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