Bobbie Phares
Shelbyville,IN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 17 years of experience at IU Health, with added experience with leadership and clinical roles in hospice and palliative care. Specializing in patient assessment and wound care. Proven ability to develop effective care plans and advocate for patients, enhancing health outcomes. Skilled in electronic health records and team collaboration, consistently driving quality improvement initiatives in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Our Hospice of South Central Indiana
Columbus, Indiana
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
RN Patient Care Manager
Our Hospice of South Central Indiana
Columbus City, Indiana
06.2017 - 09.2022
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Evaluated staffing patterns against current census data to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Performed daily rounds on units to assess quality of nursing practice and identify potential problems or issues needing resolution.
- Participated in the development and implementation of new policies for patient care services.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Established collaborative relationships with external partners such as hospitals or clinics for referral purposes.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources including claims processing systems to identify potential cost savings opportunities.
- Facilitated training programs designed to enhance professional development among clinicians involved in delivering direct patient care services.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in processes related to patient flow, staffing models.
Registered Nurse
IU Health Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
06.2000 - 05.2017
- Over the course of my 17+ years of employment with IU Health, I worked the majority of this time (12 yrs) in the Resource Pool. During this time, I fulfilled many RN roles working med surg, PCU/ICU, PACU, infection control, outpatient dialysis, and wound ostomy team. I helped provide coverage for 4 of our campuses. During my time at IU Health, I obtained my Wound Treatment Associate certification, which I still hold, and began working full time with the wound ostomy team the last 2 years of my employment with the organization. Further details available upon request
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2000
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Patient advocacy
- Wound care
- Crisis management
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Data analysis
- Discharge planning
- Basic life support
- Setting up referrals
- SBAR communication
- Policy compliance
- Procedure preparations
- Hospice philosophy
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Diabetes management
- Palliative care awareness
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Our Hospice of South Central Indiana
09.2022 - Current
RN Patient Care Manager
Our Hospice of South Central Indiana
06.2017 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
IU Health Methodist Hospital
06.2000 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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