Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Compassionate nurse dedicated to maintaining highest standards of nursing practices and policies. Excellent leader, mentor and recruiter, supporting staff and local community. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance along with proven results in managerial role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Phillips County Retirement Center
Phillipsburg, KS
09.2022 - Current
Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
Advised physicians on best practices related to prescribing medications or treatments for patients under their care.
Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
EMT
Rooks County Emergency Medical Services
Stockton, KS
06.2020 - Current
Provided emergency care at the scene of an accident or other medical incident.
Performed basic life support, including CPR and airway management.
Assisted in the transport of patients from accident scenes to medical facilities.
Responded to 911 calls for assistance with medical emergencies.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Documented patient information, treatments provided, and changes in condition on appropriate forms.
Assessed patients' conditions during transport and communicated findings to healthcare staff upon arrival at hospital.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during medical emergencies.
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when responding to emergency situations.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians or according to established protocols.
Attended continuing education courses related to EMT skills development.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
Traveling CNA
Traveling Agencies
Stockton, KS
01.2010 - 06.2022
Assisted patients with personal hygiene, including bathing and dressing.
Provided physical support to assist patients in walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
Reported any changes in patient's condition or unusual symptoms to the nursing staff.
Performed vital signs checks such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate.
Observed patient behavior for indications of pain and reported it to medical staff immediately.
Helped maintain a clean and orderly environment by changing linens on beds, restocking supplies, cleaning equipment.
Assisted with transferring patients from wheelchairs or beds into examination rooms or surgical suites as required.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while traveling between facilities.
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