Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Mount Carmel Grove City
01.2023 - Current
Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
Preceptor for new nurses
Registered Nurse- Bariatrics Clinic
Ohio Health
04.2021 - 11.2023
Roomed patients and reviewed chief complaints and reviewed current medications.
Completed FMLA paperwork for surgical patients.
Triaged incoming patient calls and scheduled appointments
Completed patient pre-op and post up education with surgical patients.
Completed prior authorizations on medications
Triage Nurse
OSU Physicians
05.2019 - 04.2021
Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
Promoted to Lead clinical triage RN
Registered Nurse
Grant Family Practice
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Managed practice triage calls and scheduled appointments as needed and completed hospital follow up calls for admitted patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
OSU Wexner Medical Center East
01.2002 - 05.2019
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.