Adrienne Fronheiser
Meritus Medical Center
Funkstown,MD
18
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy skills. Known for effectively managing patient care in high-pressure environments while educating families on health management and recovery strategies.
Work History
Registered Nurse
11 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in accordance with care plans.
- Assisted in the assessment and evaluation of patient conditions to determine appropriate nursing interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families, enhancing their comfort during hospital stays.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medication and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
Correctional Registered Nurse
4 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments and needs.
- Educated patients on health management, medication adherence, and disease prevention strategies.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
10 Months- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing recovery outcomes through effective communication.
Registered Nurse Patient Flow Coordinator
2 Years 6 Months- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Advocated for veterans' healthcare needs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
13 Years- Administered critical care interventions for diverse patient populations in an emergency setting.
- Streamlined triage processes to improve patient flow and reduce wait times in the emergency department.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely medical response and intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medication management, and follow-up care procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Masters Nursing Administration
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Associate of Science - ADN
Skills
IV medication administration
Drug administration
Patient assessments
Patient evaluations
De-escalation techniques
Patient evaluations
Strong clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Correctional Registered Nurse
Centurion Health
04.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
06.2024 - 04.2025Read More
Registered Nurse Patient Flow Coordinator
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
12.2021 - 06.2024Read More
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
12.2008 - 12.2021Read More
Liberty University
Master of Science from Masters Nursing Administration
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American Military University
Bachelor of Science from RN-BSN
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Prince George's Community College
Associate of Science from ADN
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