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Ann Meyer
Registered Nurse
Summerfield,FL
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Summary
I have experience in Neuro ICU, trauma and trauma surgery, 23 years working in OR scrubbing and circulating. I have experience in leadership as Charge Nurse and interim manager. I have spent the overwhelming majority at patient bedside being directly involved with patient care as well as the care of the family.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- 2 experiences at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and 1 other company
Registered Nurse
UF Health
Leesburg, FL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Administered patient care and medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patients' conditions to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
Registered Nurse
UF Health Spanish Springs
The Villages, FL
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety and compliance with health standards.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures, protocols, and best practices within the unit.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior nurses to foster professional development and improve team performance.
Registered Nurse
RN Network
Venice, FL
06.2021 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Advent Waterman Tavares
Tavares, FL
01.2020 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Central Florida Regional Hospital
Sanford, FL
05.2005 - 12.2019
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical Center
Indianapolis, IN
05.1992 - 05.2003
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Education
BSN - Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Indiana University Bloomington
01.1993
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Telemetry
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
UF Health
06.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
UF Health Spanish Springs
04.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
RN Network
06.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Advent Waterman Tavares
01.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Central Florida Regional Hospital
05.2005 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical Center
05.1992 - 05.2003
BSN - Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Indiana University Bloomington