Abby Pendleton
Midvale,UT
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Committed to providing top-quality care within a multidisciplinary team environment. Compassionate and dedicated to patient-centered care, utilizing critical thinking skills to solve problems. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
Prime IV Hydration
Park City, UT
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Started IVs and administered infusions to patients.
- Compounded vitamins and medications for infusions, under a flow hood, per 777 compounding guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs, hydration levels, and infusion sites for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations that occurred during an infusion procedure.
- Oversaw staff responsible for delivering infusion services in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
Intermountain Medical Center
Murray, Utah
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Interim nurse educator, registered nurse, and nurse coordinator for the newly opened Surgical Recovery unit, which transitioned to the G3 Medical Unit.
- Helped leadership open new unit, and educate and train current and new staff.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Nurse Unit Educator (RN, BSN)
The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH)
Murray, Utah
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Works with the leadership team to establish and support policies for ensuring safe and patient-centered care.
- Organized continuing education opportunities for nurses to maintain professional competency standards.
- Conducted orientation sessions for new nurses and caregivers, providing guidance and support in their transition.
- Researched best practices in nursing education, developing strategies to improve learning outcomes.
Registered Nurse Coordinator I (RN, BSN)
The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH)
Murray, Utah
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Served as a night shift charge nurse on the Inpatient Orthopedics floor
- Created staffing plans for current and upcoming shifts and provided effective coordination of staffing to maintain quality care.
- Efficiently handles any challenges that arise with patients, staff, or other matters as a nursing house supervisor
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH)
Murray, Utah
10.2018 - 12.2023
- Registered nurse that assesses and manages patient care after orthopedic surgery, including total joint replacements, spine surgery, and ankle/foot surgery.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Coordinates plans for patient's pain control, ability to work with physical therapy, and provides education on how to control pain, exercise, safety, and discharge to home.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Patient Care Technician/Health Unit Coordinator (PTC/HUC)
Intermountain Medical Center
Murray, Utah
10.2015 - 10.2018
- Maternity and nursery patient care tech who assisted registered nurses in taking care of postpartum moms, antepartum moms, newborn babies, and GYN patients.
- Also trained as a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC), to help coordinate admission paperwork, answer patient calls, and manage door of a locked unit.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Provo College
Provo, UT08.2018
Associate of Science - General Studies
Dixie State University
Saint George, UT05.2014
High School Diploma -
Desert Hills High School
Saint George, UT05.2012
Skills
- Communication
- Compassion
- IV Placement
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Support and education
- Appointment Scheduling
- Teaching strategies
- Patient Safety
- Leadership and mentoring abilities
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
Prime IV Hydration
04.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
Intermountain Medical Center
07.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse Unit Educator (RN, BSN)
The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH)
07.2021 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse Coordinator I (RN, BSN)
The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH)
10.2019 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH)
10.2018 - 12.2023
Patient Care Technician/Health Unit Coordinator (PTC/HUC)
Intermountain Medical Center
10.2015 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Provo College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Dixie State University
High School Diploma -
Desert Hills High School
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