April McDonald
McColl, SC,SC
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Scotland Memorial Hospital, showcasing expertise in emergency care and patient assessments. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and compassion, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in medication administration and advocating for patient needs, contributing to improved outcomes and holistic care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Scotland Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 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.
School Nurse
Bennettsville Primary School
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
Registered Nurse
Scotland Surgical and GI
04.2022 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Scotland Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Excelsior College
Albany, NY10.2019
Diploma For Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northeastern Technical College
Cheraw12.2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Licensed RN
- Precepting
- Performing EKGs
- Emergency Care
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Scotland Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - Current
School Nurse
Bennettsville Primary School
07.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Scotland Surgical and GI
04.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Scotland Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Excelsior College
Diploma For Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northeastern Technical College
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