Allison Corbett
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
A highly skilled and dedicated registered nurse with extensive clinical experience and a solid commitment to providing high-quality patient care. I love assessing and diagnosing patients, developing care plans, giving medications, providing treatment, and educating patients and families about their health and wellness. I'm also great at working with teams to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Wound Care Nurse
Nazareth Hospital
03.2018 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive wound care plans based on assessments and clinical findings.
- Reduced wound healing time with advanced wound dressings, negative pressure therapy, and other evidence-based treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care, ensuring timely communication of relevant information regarding wound status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and educating patients on proper wound management techniques.
- Served as a mentor to nursing staff, sharing expert knowledge in wound assessment and dressing selection to improve overall team competency.
- Contributed to facility accreditation by maintaining compliance with regulatory standards related to wound care practice and documentation requirements.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives by participating in audits, identifying areas for enhancement within the wound care program, and recommending targeted interventions.
Registered Nurse, Neurological
Nazareth Hospital
01.2008 - 03.2018
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication, active listening, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in neurological nursing and provide optimal care to patients.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases, collaborate on treatment plans, and improve the overall quality of care.
- Developed solid therapeutic relationships with patients built on trust, empathy, respect, and understanding of their unique needs while providing emotional support throughout the healing process.
- Increased staff efficiency by providing ongoing mentorship and training to new nurses as a resource for questions or concerns about neurological nursing practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA05.2007
Skills
- EMR / EHR documentation
- Chronic Wound Management
- Skin Integrity Preservation
- Patient and Family Education
- Physical Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Staff Training and Education
- Quality Improvement
Certification
Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse (CMSRN)
Wound Care Certified (WCC)
Timeline
Certified Wound Care Nurse
Nazareth Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neurological
Nazareth Hospital
01.2008 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Family University