Ann Marie Walden
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Palm Garden of Largo, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective patient education, enhancing satisfaction and outcomes. Proven ability to mentor staff and advocate for families, fostering a supportive environment in high-pressure situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Palm Garden of Largo
01.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carrington Place
05.2019 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
HCA St. Petersburg Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Educated patients on proper hygiene practices to minimize infection risks.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop
- comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate Of Science In Nursing - Registered Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY12.2024
Diploma Of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY03.2019
Skills
- 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
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Licensed RN
- Family education
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Performing ekgs
- Lab result interpretation
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Chronic disease management
- EMR / EHR
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Geriatric nursing
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Family advocacy
Feeding assistance
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Palm Garden of Largo
01.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
HCA St. Petersburg Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carrington Place
05.2019 - 07.2023
Associate Of Science In Nursing - Registered Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Diploma Of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
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