Anita Jo Goletz
P. O Box 273 Point Marion,PA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
WVU Uniontown Hospital
Uniontown, PA
05.2010 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care procedures.
- Titrate cardiac medications in accordance with physician orders
- Administer blood products according to policy
- Assessments related to stroke and cardiac patients
- Computer use related to EPIC, Cerner, Microsoft word, Outlook
- Critical care assessments
- Wound Care involving surgical wounds (open/closed), wound vacs, incision care, diabetic wounds,
- Telephonic communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team, family members, durable medical equipment companies
Registered Nurse, Supervisor
Bella Healthcare
Uniontown, PA
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance and skill sets.
- Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain adequate coverage for patient needs.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and engagement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Oversaw quality assurance initiatives to identify areas of improvement within the department and implement corrective action plans accordingly.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Clinical Instructor
United Career Institute
Mount Braddock, PA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Mentored and evaluated students' clinical skills, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions, fostering practical application of theoretical concepts.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine curriculum based on evolving healthcare practices.
- Hands-on-training at multiple facilities for clinical operations
- Private tutoring as needed for those students who needed guided direction
- Implemented assessment tools to measure student progress and program effectiveness.
- Coordinated workshops and seminars, promoting professional development among peers and students.
- Advocated for student needs, providing guidance on academic and career pathways in healthcare professions.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
- Increased student confidence by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions for those struggling with specific concepts or skills.
Registered Nurse
Amedysis Home Health
Masontown, PA
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies, procedures, and best practices for patient safety.
- Streamlined workflow processes in the unit, enhancing overall efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Led initiatives to improve infection control practices, resulting in enhanced patient safety standards.
- Assessed patient conditions, adjusted care plans accordingly, and communicated findings to healthcare team members.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Illinois City, IL01-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Westmorland County Community College
Youngwood, PA01-2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fayette County Vocational Technical School/ LPN Program
Fairchance, PA01-2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Telephone communication with DME providers, Physicians, and family members
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient telemetry monitoring
- IV setup
- Care plan development
- Patient management
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Chronic disease management
- Staff supervision
- Chest pain management
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Case management
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Managing deadlines
- Preventive health
- Family advocacy
- Home health care
- Setting up referrals
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Supervisor
Bella Healthcare
03.2021 - 01.2022
Clinical Instructor
United Career Institute
01.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Amedysis Home Health
01.2016 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
WVU Uniontown Hospital
05.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Westmorland County Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fayette County Vocational Technical School/ LPN Program