Ann Crawford
Fostoria
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in building relationships and delivering exceptional patient care. Experienced in medication and IV administration, with a commitment to patient safety and adherence to established protocols.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Home
Fostoria, Ohio
06.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in electronic health records management.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Tiffin Hospital
Tiffin, Ohio
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of health management strategies.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Health Unit Coordinator
ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital
Fostoria, Ohio
11.2014 - 04.2020
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions within healthcare operations.
- Managed electronic health records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to enhance care delivery.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and efficient unit environment.
- Increased efficiency in the workplace by training new Health Unit Coordinators on policies, procedures, and software applications.
- Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owens Community College
Findlay, OH12-2019
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Professional bedside manner
- EMR systems
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
Certification
- BLS- Expires 04/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Home
06.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Tiffin Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
Health Unit Coordinator
ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital
11.2014 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owens Community College
Licensure
License Number: RN.471567
Expiration Date: 10/31/2027