Anetra Howard
Ringgold,Georgia
Summary
Adept at leading nursing teams and enhancing patient outcomes, my tenure at CHI Memorial Hospital Georgia showcased my ability to administer critical care and foster compassionate patient environments. Skilled in medication and IV administration, my clinical judgment and patient management efforts led to significant improvements in healthcare delivery and patient satisfaction.
Qualified Registered Nurse with proven track record in patient care and clinical excellence. Successfully managed complex patient cases and coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Experienced with patient care, clinical support, and emergency response. Utilizes effective communication and critical thinking skills to manage patient needs and coordinate with healthcare teams. Track record of maintaining patient safety and delivering compassionate care in diverse medical settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
CHI Memorial Hospital Georgia
05.2004 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Nurse Manager
CorrectHealth
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rock Spring, GA04-2025
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rock Spring, GA05-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Patient management
- Compassionate care
- Healthcare ethics
- Health promotion
- Emergency care
Certification
BLS certified
ACLS certified
PALS certified
NIH stroke certified
Timeline
Nurse Manager
CorrectHealth
12.2016 - 12.2019
Nurse
CHI Memorial Hospital Georgia
05.2004 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
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