Andrea K Windsor
Coral Springs,Florida
Summary
Skilled Infusion Nurse coordinates and administers infusion activities to deliver compassionate patient care to meet standards of practice. Coordinates and performs infusion nursing care for patients in clinical and home setting and works cooperatively with patient, family and multidisciplinary team to establish priorities and goals of patient care. Monitors patient and processes to identify areas for performance improvement to enhance quality of care delivery and improve patient outcomes. Proudly offering 30+ years' expertise in the healthcare field, she has a buoyant personality coupled with excellent skills helping to promote positive patient outcomes. Considered a valuable member of infusion teams due to exemplary service and support skills and years of precepting other nurses.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Nurse Case Manager, Infusion Rn
Coram CVS Specialty Infusion Services
2017.03 - Current
- Championed patient-centered care by incorporating holistic nursing principles and fostering a culture of empathy and respect.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, self-care techniques, and preventative measures to promote overall wellness.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, contributing to cohesive treatment approaches for optimal patient care.
- Promoted a positive work environment through mentorship and support of fellow nursing staff members.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by adhering to policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines within the practice setting.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and addressing their needs promptly.
- Increased efficiency in medication administration by utilizing electronic health records and barcode scanning systems.
- Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring, accurate assessments, and timely interventions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing individualized care plans based on specific needs and diagnoses.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring advanced assessment skills and critical thinking abilities.
- Provided high-quality primary nursing care to patients across all stages of life, from infancy to geriatrics.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Assessed health status of patients by eliciting health histories, conducting physical assessments, and analyzing data to formulate plans of care.
Flight Nurse
Commercial Medical Escorts
2012.11 - Current
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Planned, organized and positioned equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
- Cultivated positive relationships with referring facilities through professional conduct during patient transfers and consultations.
- Managed onboard inventory of medications and supplies to ensure adequate preparation for each mission.
- Consistently met industry standards by staying current on best practices and relevant certifications within the field of flight nursing.
- Documented appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for patients during high-stress situations such as emergency landings or turbulence.
- Communicated with patients, explaining nursing tasks being performed in effort to maintain calm.
- Performed wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by fixed-wing commercial aircraft.
- Increased team efficiency by participating in regular training exercises and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on emergency procedures and protocols.
- Assessed for and detected changes in status of patients and demonstrated proactive approach to solving patient problems.
- Ensured comprehensive documentation of patient interactions, treatments, assessments, and outcomes for accurate recordkeeping and continuity of care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Joe Di Maggio Children's Hospital
2001.09 - 2015.09
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Alfred Hospital School of Nursing
Melbourne, Australia02.1992
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Health Promotion
- Emergency Care
- Peripheral IV Insertion
- Patient Education
- Vascular access devices
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Medical Records
- Antibiotic Administration
- Patient Observation
- Total Parenteral Nutrition
- Support and education
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Infusion pump operation
- IV infusion treatments
- Pediatric Infusions
- Home Infusion Coordination
- Venipuncture Expertise
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
Primary Nurse Case Manager, Infusion Rn
Coram CVS Specialty Infusion Services
2017.03 - Current
Flight Nurse
Commercial Medical Escorts
2012.11 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Joe Di Maggio Children's Hospital
2001.09 - 2015.09
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Alfred Hospital School of Nursing
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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