Autumn Husen
Birch Run,MI
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at HealthSource Saginaw, recognized for implementing evidence-based interventions that significantly improve patient outcomes. I excel in building relationships and advocating for patients, ensuring comprehensive care and safety in high-pressure environments. Skilled in medication administration and education. Committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HealthSource Saginaw
12.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- 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.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Conducted assessments and documented findings in electronic medical records accurately.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted assessments and documented findings in electronic medical records accurately.
- 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.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delta College
Bay City, MI04.2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Identifying safety concerns and implementing interventions
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care plan development
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- ADL assistance
- Seizure management
- Patient and family education
- Professional bedside manner
- Licensed RN
- Vaccine administration
- Chronic disease management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HealthSource Saginaw
12.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delta College