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Betsy Lonergan

East Greenwich,RI

Summary

Clinical position. Specifically interested in a part-time specialty area with emphasis on teaching.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse

St. Elizabeth’s 24-hour Skilled Nursing
12.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

REGISTERED NURSE

Lifespan - Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children's Hospital
03.2007 - 11.2021
  • Administered primary care and assessments for outpatient adults, children and newborns
  • Assessed patient vital signs, utilized clinical skills on a daily basis for point-of-care testing (blood glucose, hemoglobin A1C, urinary catheterization, HCG urine testing, rapid strep testing)
  • Conducted hearing and vision screening, Aerosol/nebulizer treatments, Vaccine injections
  • Asthma management/Patient teaching regarding inhalers, spacers
  • Depo-provera injections
  • Assisted with insertion of Nexplanon birth control as well as being responsible for patient/family education as outlined by the physician
  • Performed triage for adults and children
  • Responsible for documenting follow-up on all pertinent information relating to patient care using Electronic Medical Systems (EPIC, E-clinical Works)
  • Ensured 100% HIPPA compliance through regular education and seminars
  • As a CDOE (Certified Diabetes Outpatient Educator), responsible for assessing and educating diabetic patients and families.

Education

Associates in Applied Science Nursing -

Reading School of Nursing
Reading, PA

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Infant Care
  • IV Management
  • Patient Triage
  • Organized
  • Empathetic

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, State of RI (RN38820)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • CDOE (Certified Diabetes Outpatient Educator)

Personal Information

Title: REGISTERED NURSE

Projects

CDOE - Certified Diabetes Outpatient Educator, 2010 - Current

Timeline

Staff Nurse

St. Elizabeth’s 24-hour Skilled Nursing
12.2021 - Current

REGISTERED NURSE

Lifespan - Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children's Hospital
03.2007 - 11.2021

Associates in Applied Science Nursing -

Reading School of Nursing

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