Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Charge Nure
Meadowbrook Healthcare
Plattsburgh, New York
12.2020 - 02.2021
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Moses lundington Healthcare nursing home
Ticonderoga, New York
03.2016 - 09.2016
Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to nursing practice.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing patient responses.
Developed policies and procedures for the nursing unit.
Identified training needs of nurses and provided appropriate instruction and coaching as needed.
Registered Nurse Evening Shift Supervisor
Essex Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
Elizabethtown, New York
06.2015 - 03.2016
Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
CVPH Medical Center
Plattsburgh, New York
03.2012 - 06.2015
Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
Served as a resource for staff regarding issues related to clinical practice guidelines and protocols.
Attended weekly meetings with multidisciplinary teams for case review and discussion.
Actively participated in professional development activities such as continuing education classes or seminars.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
Facilitated timely discharge planning process for assigned patients.
Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop holistic plan of care for patients.
Provided leadership support by orienting new staff members on the unit.
Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices in order to reduce risk of transmission within the organization.
Evaluated patient response to interventions through ongoing assessment of condition.
Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to ensure high quality nursing care.
Managed multiple tasks efficiently while providing safe patient centered care.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
LPN/ RN Charge Nurse
Helen Porter Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Middlebury, VT
06.2009 - 03.2012
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.