Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 26 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Dedicated and well-qualified offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Looking for challenging, long-term position.
Skills
Regulatory compliance
Medical screening
Health care consultation
Comprehensive care plans
Medication administration
Infection control
Infectious disease control
HIPPA and FERPA compliance
Intake and discharge
Triaging patient concerns
Body mechanics knowledge
Broad medical terminology knowledge
Capable of Computerized charting
Diabetes management
Staff Development and Precepting
Medication and IV administration
Colostomy care familiarity
Ventilator care
Education and Training
Neumann College Aston Mills, PA, Expected in 05/1995 ā āBachelor of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Experience
Empowerment Academy & Beloved Community Charter Schools - School Nurse Jersey City, NJ, 08/2003 - Current
Assisted in development of school safety plans that targeted problem areas such as Intruder alert and Flu Clinic.
Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, and dressed wounds.
Administered prescribed medications to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with parents and academic team.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies. i.e. following diabetes care plans and seizure action plans.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Maintain health and wellness of approximately 28 special need students.
Trained and mentored new school nurses on policies and best practices through the Colonial School District Department of Education mentor program.
Common Spirit - Staff Nurse Hixson, TN, 02/1998 - 02/2005
Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
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 oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Delivered extensive training to newly hired employees and student nurses, offering insight and assistance related to emergent situations.
Planned, integrated and maintained quality care systems and standards, which resulted in creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Improved patient outcomes through value-added services.
Established strong work network by building professional relationships with physicians and fellow employees.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution.
Led and motivated 97 employees through supervision, training and coaching on duties and daily operational activities.
Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics.
Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff.
Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Supervised administrative staff of 103 staff nurses and patient care techs, delivering consistent coaching and mentoring to improve job efficiency.
Common Spirit - Staff Nurse London, KY, 08/1995 - 12/1997
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
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 oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Additional Information
I was nominated for Delaware School Nurse of the year in 2019. I volunteer at my church and my children's school on a regular basis. I am a die hard swim mom.
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