Abigail Henderhan
Canton,OH
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a robust background at Akron Children's Hospital, demonstrating exceptional nursing staff leadership and direct patient care. Skilled in IV management and adept at fostering patient wellness and education. Proven track record in mentoring new RNs and enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive health care consultation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron, OH
12.2022 - Current
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Nurse Technician
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron, OH
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Collected laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
- Facilitated communication between doctors, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Performed patient histories, vital signs, and medical screenings.
Case Manager
Coleman Behavioral Health
Canton, OH
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Reach out to clients, assess their most urgent needs, appraise the situation, and listen to their concerns.
- Perform an in-depth mental health analysis of the client.
- Develop a detailed plan of action to meet the client’s needs, set goals, and find the necessary resources to meet those goals.
- Deliver public education, assessment, and treatment services for individuals experiencing the early stages of psychosis, and their families.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies as needed to address emergent client issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walsh University
North Canton, OH12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2018
Skills
- Healthcare billing
- Chart updating
- Health screening
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Health care consultation
- IV management
- Vaccine administration
- Immunization skills
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Nurse Technician
Akron Children's Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2022
Case Manager
Coleman Behavioral Health
07.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walsh University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kent State University