Brenda Glidewell
Corinth,MS
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Diversicare of Ripley, showcasing exceptional clinical judgment and compassion. Excelled in reducing medication errors, enhancing patient satisfaction, and mentoring nursing staff. Skilled in medication administration and providing emotional support, achieving improved health outcomes and high patient advocacy.
Healthcare professional prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Unit Manager
Diversicare of Ripley
03.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
RN Case Manager
Legacy Hospice
02.2015 - 02.2022
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers for enhanced patient care, ensuring all treatments aligned with prescribed care plans.
RN Supervisor
Rest Haven Health and Rehab
09.2010 - 02.2015
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Coordinated nursing activities and staffing with health-related, therapeutic and support services to streamline service delivery.
- Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Community College
Booneville, MS05-2010
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Quality improvement
- Geriatric care
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Precepting
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Family education
- Emotional awareness
- Diabetes management
- Hospice care
Timeline
RN Unit Manager
Diversicare of Ripley
03.2022 - Current
RN Case Manager
Legacy Hospice
02.2015 - 02.2022
RN Supervisor
Rest Haven Health and Rehab
09.2010 - 02.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Community College
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