Accomplished RN with a decade of specialized experience at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, adept in clinical judgment and compassion. Spearheaded the clinical documentation program and core measures department, enhancing quality improvement and infection control.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, CDI,CCDS
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Foley, AL
11.2003 - 06.2024
1. Endoscopy Dept.
Troubleshot complex equipment issues, minimizing delays in patient care delivery and contributing to overall operational efficiency within the endoscopy department.
Promoted patient comfort during endoscopic procedures through effective pain management strategies and empathetic communication.
Coordinated discharge planning process for patients following endoscopic procedures, collaborating with outpatient services to ensure seamless continuity of care.
Maintained a high standard of infection control in the endoscopy suite, reducing the risk of cross-contamination and infection transmission.
Managed inventory of endoscopy supplies and equipment, ensuring timely availability of necessary resources for optimal patient care delivery.
Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnostic results for prompt treatment interventions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
2. Core measures
Started the core measures department at SBRMC
Worked with all units to ensure core measures compliance.
Generated reports and held monthly meetings
Reported to management and corporate
3. Infection Control Director
Performed all duties required and reported to management and corporate
4. Clinical Documentation
Started the clinical documentation program at SBRMC where I worked as CDI for 10 years
Lead CDI
Worked closely with Quality to assess all PSI and HAC
Provided physician education
Trained new employees
Reported to management and corporate
Obtained my CCDS
RN, Critical Care
North Mississippi Medical Center
05.1997 - 05.2003
Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families through difficult transitions.
Performed IV insertions and maintenance to ensure proper medication administration.
Provided patient education on managing health conditions and post-discharge care.
Monitored vital signs using advanced telemetry systems to ensure patient stability.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Worked on Pulmonary/ Intensive Care floor where I performed total patient care of ventilated patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Fayette, AL
05-1997
Skills
Clinical judgment
Compassion and empathy
Discharge planning
Quality improvement
Advanced cardiac life support
Medication and IV administration
Patient assessment
Direct patient care
CDI duties
Patient education and counseling
Infection control measures
Wound care
Patient care planning
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Telemetry monitoring
Tracheostomy care
Critical care
Timeline
RN, CDI,CCDS
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Foley, AL
11.2003 - 06.2024
RN, Critical Care
North Mississippi Medical Center
05.1997 - 05.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
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