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Betty Grimes

Winston-Salem,NC

Summary

Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Ridgeland Correctional Institution and Community Hospice, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and compassion. Excelled in administering medication, enhancing patient satisfaction by over 30%, and reducing medication errors through meticulous care. Skilled in Basic Life Support, fostering empathetic patient support, and ensuring effective interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal health outcomes. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Ridgeland Correctional Institution
04.2016 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.

RN

Community Hospice And Vitas Hospital
02.1997 - 03.2014

Comfort Care

Administered

medication

Neb. Treatment

Wound care

Addiction Specialist

IV therapy

Assessments

G-Tubes,Oxygen therapy.

Diabetic care

  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.

Staff Nurse

Life Care Nursing Home
02.2014 - 02.2016
  • 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.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Staff Nurse

Lakeview
01.2012 - 03.2014
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Education

Associate of Science -

Jersey College
Jacksonville Fl.
05.2013

Skills

  • Basic Life Support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and Empathy

Accomplishments

  • Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
  • Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

Timeline

RN

Ridgeland Correctional Institution
04.2016 - 05.2024

Staff Nurse

Life Care Nursing Home
02.2014 - 02.2016

Staff Nurse

Lakeview
01.2012 - 03.2014

RN

Community Hospice And Vitas Hospital
02.1997 - 03.2014

Associate of Science -

Jersey College
Betty Grimes