Bethany Ramsey
Libby,Montana
Summary
With a proven track record at Capital Peaks Medical Center, I excel in clinical judgment and compassionate care, significantly reducing patient falls by implementing evidence-based strategies. Expert in psychiatric and geriatric care, I've led teams to enhance patient outcomes through innovative care and effective communication, embodying privacy and confidentiality standards.
I am a certified med-surge nurse. I also just finished a leadership development course.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Charge Nurse
Capital Peaks Medical Center
01.2018 - 11.2024
- Streamlined triage processes for more efficient patient assessment and prioritization.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in emergency department procedures.
- Enhanced teamwork within the nursing staff through regular communication and collaboration.
- Promoted patient safety with strict adherence to infection control measures and protocols.
- Served as a clinical resource for staff members, answering questions related to policy, procedure, or practice.
- Facilitated effective communication between physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse
Pinnacle Health
01.2012 - 10.2018
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Charge Nurse
Pennsylania Psychiatric Hospital
01.2015 - 06.2016
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Med-Tech
Ecumenical Retirment Community
01.2011 - 03.2013
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing Practice
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA12-2013
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Airway management
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
- Orthopedic care
- Psychiatric care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient assessments
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Cardiac monitoring
Timeline
Registered Charge Nurse
Capital Peaks Medical Center
01.2018 - 11.2024
Registered Charge Nurse
Pennsylania Psychiatric Hospital
01.2015 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse
Pinnacle Health
01.2012 - 10.2018
Med-Tech
Ecumenical Retirment Community
01.2011 - 03.2013
Associate of Arts - Nursing Practice
Harrisburg Area Community College
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