Alice Burton

Cart nurse supervisor

• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.

• Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
• Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
• Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
• Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
• Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
• Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
• Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Software.
• Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
• Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
• Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
• Conducted regular staff trainings to ensure competence in clinical skills, improving overall quality of care on the unit.
• Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
• Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
• Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to Number to Number patients per day in Number-bed unit.