Autumn Valentine
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Supervisor with highly developed skills in staff recruiting and training. Promotes best practices by enforcing high standards of care and delegating important assignments. Implements patient care plans with the goals of improving patient outcomes. Emphasis of patient and employee education, strong nursing education background.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Supervisor
Momentum Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation
12.2022 - Current
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
RN School Nurse
Bay Shore Union Free School District
10.2021 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Oversaw health services for school of 589 students and faculty.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
RN Ambulatory Surgery
South Shore Surgery Center
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
RN Staff Nurse
St. Catherine Of Siena
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
LPN
St. Catherine Of Siena
09.2009 - 03.2022
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, NY08.2019
LPN License - Practical Nursing
Eastern Suffolk Boces School of Practical Nursing
Central Islip NY07.2009
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Clinical Leadership
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Training and mentoring
- Employee Supervision
- Community-based Educational Programs
Certification
- BLS Training - 2023-2025
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Momentum Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation
12.2022 - Current
RN Ambulatory Surgery
South Shore Surgery Center
03.2022 - 09.2022
RN School Nurse
Bay Shore Union Free School District
10.2021 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
St. Catherine Of Siena
07.2020 - 03.2022
LPN
St. Catherine Of Siena
09.2009 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
LPN License - Practical Nursing
Eastern Suffolk Boces School of Practical Nursing
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