Hardworking nursing professional bringing 42+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to all patients. Knowledgeable about cardiac care and dialysis care requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Able to multi task and think outside the box to provide cost effective and excellent care.
Skills
Direct patient care under physician, communication with team members, critical thinking and
Planning, multitasking, and quality improvement
Critical thinking
Hemodialysis
Home health
Multitasking
Direct patient
Plan development
Quality improvement
Supervisor
Medication and IV administration
Administering immunizations
Infection control measures
Wound Care
Medication Administration
Chronic disease management
Collecting vitals
Oxygen saturation standards
Insulin medication assistance
Intravenous therapy
Work History
09/2019 to Current
Staff Registered NurseBurrell Behavioral Health – Independence, MO,
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care
Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Ensured patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
09/2017 to 09/2019
Staff Registered NurseBurrell Behavioral Health – Bolivar, MO,
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Updated patient charts using [Software] with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
07/1994 to 03/2017
UTMC, Staff RNBurrell Behavioral Health – Versailles, MO,
Cardiovascular lab hemodialysis Float pool
06/1993 to 06/1994
Staff Registered NurseVNS Of Brazoria County – City, STATE,
VNS of Brazoria County Texas-RN Home health care including assessment, care plan development, communication with healthcare team including Dr
Patient, family, supervisor
Worked with home care customers to understand needs and provide home healthcare service
Education
Expected in 06/1978
Diploma: Nursing Lutheran Hospital School of nursing - Fort Wayne, IN, GPA:
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