Accomplished Registered Nurse from Watertown Regional Medical Center, adept in Medicaid and Medicare knowledge specific to pain management, with a proven track record of improving patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Skilled in clinical judgment and compassionate care, excelled in managing complex cases and fostering professional growth in nursing students. Demonstrates strong interventional procedures expertise and a commitment to patient advocacy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Watertown Regional Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
File appeals when insurance denied procedures.
Followed Medicare guidelines for procedures and guided patients on next steps.
Collaborated with insurance companies to get procedure or medications approved for patients.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.