Bridget Ball
Manistee,MI
Summary
Registered Nurse with strong background in patient care and medical support. Experienced in all elements of patient care, critical thinking, adapting to evolving patient needs and successful in working as part of a team to treat a wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients' needs within high stress environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Corewell Health Ludington Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Administer emergency medical care to patients in critical conditions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Monitor vital signs and assess patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Precepting and mentoring new nursing staff on emergency protocols and procedures.
- Managed triage processes to prioritize patient care effectively during high-volume situations.
- Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administer medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assist physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Facilitate clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
Clinical Services Provider/RN Staff Nurse
St. John's Home Care
06.2021 - Current
- Educate and supervise patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
- Administer medications and oversee activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
- Coordinate and collaborate with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Evaluate vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
- Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Observe patient to chart and report changes in patient condition and adverse reactions to medications and treatments.
- Advocate for and strive to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Provide exceptional care to high-acutity patients needing complex care such as trach care, ventilator management and extensive wound care.
LPN
Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Wound Center
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Assessed and treated a variety of different types of wounds and burns.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Michigan Dept Of Corrections/ Oaks Correctional Facility
12.2010 - 02.2019
- Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics into patient's medical record.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Administered medications including controlled narcotics.
- Collected biological samples for laboratory tests.
- Triaged patient issues to maximize efficiency.
- Instructed patients on proper discharge care.
- Provided patient education and effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Severely Mentally Impaired.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Shore Community College
Scottville, MI05-2023
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI1993
High School Diploma - undefined
Rudyard High School
Rudyard, MI 497801989
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Patient safety
- Medication administration
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Direct patient care
- Clinical judgment
- IV insertion
- Condition monitoring
- Trauma nursing
- Emergency care
- Patient stabilization
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Corewell Health Ludington Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Clinical Services Provider/RN Staff Nurse
St. John's Home Care
06.2021 - Current
LPN
Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Wound Center
03.2019 - 09.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Michigan Dept Of Corrections/ Oaks Correctional Facility
12.2010 - 02.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
High School Diploma - undefined
Rudyard High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Shore Community College