Registered Nurse Team Leader Resume Example

Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.

• Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
• Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
• Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
• Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
• Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
• Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.

• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
• Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
• Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews.
• Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
• Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures.