Beth Dunn
Summary
Astute PACU nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. An advocate for top-notch patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Orderly
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Demonstrated empathy and compassion when interacting with patients, fostering trust and rapport.
- Assisted doctors with preparation of medical equipment for smooth and efficient surgeries.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Supported positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes to nursing staff immediately.
- Assisted in transferring patients between departments, facilitating efficient coordination of healthcare services.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Managed time efficiently while balancing multiple responsibilities, ensuring that all tasks were completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS/Pharmacy
09.2006 - 09.2014
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
- Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Liaised with other pharmacies to eliminate issues related to product expiration.
- Contributed to reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
- Expedited insurance claim resolutions by liaising with healthcare providers and insurance companies on patients'' behalf.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy
- Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing, RN
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Sellersburg, Indiana, United States12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Sellersburg, United States12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Geography
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany, IN12.2013
GED -
Highschool Diploma/GED
Vevay, Indiana, United States06.2005
Skills
- Experienced capacity to multitask, manage numerous often competing priorities
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Phenomenal abilities to interpret Iowa Administrative Code and Code of Federal Regulations
- Exceptional preceptor skills
- Provided appropriate follow up for regulatory compliance and aberrant billing practices
- Excellent review and auditing skills, with attention to detail
- Thrives under pressure of deadlines related to hearings and appeal process
- Coordinated necessary services to patients utilizing ancillary services
- Task Prioritization
- Diet and Nutrition
- Time Management
- Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support
Certification
Registered Nurse -Compact
- 28273057C
Certificates
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) EXP: 03/ 2026
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) EXP: 03/2026
- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) EXP: 01/31/2027
- NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale Training & Certificate) EXP: 01/2026
- BLS (Basic Life Support) EXP: 03/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2022
Orderly
Norton King's Daughters' Hospital
12.2019 - 01.2020
Pharmacy Technician
CVS/Pharmacy
09.2006 - 09.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing, RN
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Geography
Indiana University Southeast
GED -
Highschool Diploma/GED
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