Andrea Hall
Otway,OH
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in patient support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 15 + years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, ER
Southern Ohio Medical Center
- Administered medications and treatments according to protocols for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, discharge instructions, and health maintenance.
- Assisted in triaging incoming patients to prioritize critical cases effectively.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with hospital standards.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment within the ER team.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency during peak hours in the ER.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' conditions, leading to early detection of potential complications.
- Participated in ongoing professional development initiatives to remain current on best practices in emergency nursing.
- Initiated quality improvement projects that contributed to the overall enhancement of emergency care delivery within the facility.
- Promoted patient advocacy by involving patients and their families in decision-making processes for better healthcare outcomes.
- Explained discharge instructions and arranged or confirmed transportation for patients not admitted to hospital.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing timely interventions.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring accurate results for informed decisionmaking.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the ER team.
- Coordinated with ancillary departments, ensuring efficient transfer of information for seamless continuity of care between units.
- Prepared, administered, and documented medications and intravenous infusions on physician orders.
- Consistently maintained proper medication administration documentation thus contributing towards zero errors during audits.
- Reduced wait times for patients by streamlining triage processes and efficiently allocating resources.
- Optimized communication among healthcare providers by participating in daily huddles and shift hand-off reports.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis and treatment.
- Managed time effectively while caring for multiple high-acuity patients simultaneously under high-pressure conditions.
- Built rapport with patients and families to increase comfort level and enhance quality of medical history and relevant personal information.
- Delivered compassionate care during emotionally challenging situations, such as end-of-life or trauma cases.
- Followed facility policies, OSHA safety rules, and HIPAA regulations to maintain legal compliance.
- Performed diagnostic tests and assisted with medical procedures.
Travel Nurse
Worldwide Healthstaff Solutions
Ohio
08.2021 - Current
- Provided high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings in multiple states.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement best practices and enhance patient outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to varying hospital protocols and electronic health record systems.
- Provided education and support to patients regarding treatment plans and medication management.
Unit Nurse Coordinator
Edgewood Manor
Lucasville
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Recorded accurate, complete patient data to address patient concerns and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Completed routine evaluations of patient status, needs, and preferences.
- Collected patient vital signs and intake/output measurements for inpatient care.
- Supported admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Monitored respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels during patient care.
- Tracked and communicated key patient information to healthcare staff to support treatment planning and care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Columbus, OH
05.2021 - 2023
- Recorded accurate, complete patient data to address patient concerns and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Completed routine evaluations of patient status, needs, and preferences.
- Collected patient vital signs and intake/output measurements for inpatient care.
- Supported admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Monitored respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels during patient care.
- Tracked and communicated key patient information to healthcare staff to support treatment planning and care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
Portsmouth, OH
04.2007 - 2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Lucasville, OH10.2015
Patient Care Tech - Patient Care
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Lucasville, OH12.2006
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Records Management
- Tracking Symptoms
- Assisting Physicians
- Wound Care
- Counting Narcotics
- Transcribing Orders
- Patient Assessments
- ADLs Assistance
- Task Delegation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Writing Reports
- Patient Triaging
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Psychotropic Medication Knowledge
- HIPAA Protocols
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Medication Administration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Behavioral Assessment
- Tuberculosis Testing
- Documenting Intake
- Immunization Administration
- Educating Families
- Documenting Incidents
- Administrative Support
- Learning Strategies
- Biomedical Hazard Disposal
- EKG Administration
- Charting and Recording
- Critical Thinking
- Breathing Treatments
- IV Insertion
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Adaptable and Flexible
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Worldwide Healthstaff Solutions
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
05.2021 - 2023
Unit Nurse Coordinator
Edgewood Manor
08.2017 - 08.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
04.2007 - 2021
Staff Nurse, ER
Southern Ohio Medical Center
Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Patient Care Tech - Patient Care
Scioto County Career Technical Center