Adrienne Wilson, RN BSN
Garner,NC
Summary
Seasoned healthcare professional with over 30 years' experience, seeking to increase knowledge of critical care patients in order to take next career step in healthcare. Demonstrated ability to apply nursing concepts to advocate for patient and healthcare organization needs. Highly skilled in working within collaborative environments, utilizing effective problem-solving techniques, and providing experience cardiac care nursing. Demonstrated leadership skills that guide nursing teams toward the achievement of positive outcomes and drive organizational performance by being on hospital committees, nursing councils and resource nursing.
Skilled in delivering high-quality patient care, education and counseling. Demonstrated leadership skills amongst my co-workers, patients and family.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, NC
12.2004 - Current
- Provided quality nursing care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Trained new RN hires and precept Nursing Students to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with cardiac and medical surgical diagnoses.
- Educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management, medical treatments, and plan of care.
- Administered medications in accordance with the patient care plan.
- Assessed patients' overall health, identified needs and goals for treatment, and connected with ideal practitioners and treatments.
- Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction, and holistic approaches to nursing.
- Participate on hospital committees as a resource nurse to educate patients and staff nurses on disease management.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
San Diego, CA
03.2000 - 11.2004
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
- Participated in educational activities designed to improve knowledge base regarding current practice trends in travel nursing field.
- Provided direct and indirect patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs and identifying potential health issues.
- Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
- Managed emergency care situations, applying critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with nursing practices and healthcare innovations.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients as prescribed by physicians in various healthcare settings.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Rex Health and Hospitals
Raleigh, NC
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC1993
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, ILSkills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Nurse Educator
- Nursing staff leadership
- Direct patient care
- Monitoring vital signs
- Family and patient support, advocate
- Medical assessment
- Cardiac monitoring, telemetry
- Administering medications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- SBAR communication
- Patient education
- Charge Nurse
- Preceptor
- Mentorship
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
AACN membership, WakeMed Chest Pain Unit CNC Rep 2017, WakeMed Chest Pain Unit Nurse Excellence Award 2017, Numerous Daisy Nominations, NCNA membership 2022, Sigma Theta Tau membership 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
12.2004 - Current
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
03.2000 - 11.2004
Registered Nurse
Rex Health and Hospitals
01.1996 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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