Ann Matthews
Dover,TN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, and clinical documentation. Committed to enhancing patient care through individualized care plans and effective team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Dover Care Center
Dover, TN
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medications according to medical protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for residents.
Registered Nurse
Oakview Nursing and Rehab
Calvert City, Kentucky
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication use.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in compliance with health standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for residents.
Registered Nurse
Lakeway Nursing and rehab
Benton, KY
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered medications according to medical protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for residents.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Registered Nurse
Calvert City Convalescent
Calvert City, Kentucky
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Administered medications according to medical protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in compliance with health standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Registered Nurse
Regret Cove Rehabilitation
St. Petersburg, Florida
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Administered medications according to medical protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication use.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Registered Nurse
Sarasota Health and Rehab
Sarasota, Florida
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Registered Nurse
Sarasota Point Rehabilitation
Sarasota, Florida
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in compliance with health standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse
Cross Terrace and rehab
Dunedin, Florida
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication use.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in compliance with health standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Tampa , FL 09.2013 - 08.2017
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs collection
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Emergency care
- Palliative and pain management
- Direct nursing care
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Team coordination
- Compassionate care
- Interpersonal communication
- Diabetes and nutrition education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dover Care Center
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Oakview Nursing and Rehab
10.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse
Lakeway Nursing and rehab
07.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Calvert City Convalescent
03.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Regret Cove Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Sarasota Health and Rehab
10.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Sarasota Point Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse
Cross Terrace and rehab
08.2017 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
09.2013 - 08.2017