Healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and medical support. Experience in providing comprehensive home health care with a focus on patient well-being and comfort. Possessing strong clinical skills and dedication to patient education, able to effectively manage chronic conditions. Collaborative team player committed to delivering patient-centered care and achieving optimal outcomes.
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Caitlin Brown Hoffman
Meridianville,AL
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
First Baptist Church of Meridianville- Wee Care
Preschool Teacher
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Assisted and supervised 7 children through entire school day.
Right At Home Healthcare Agency
Staff Nurse
12.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
LHC Group
Registered Nurse- Home Health
06.2019 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Completed Start of Care Oasis Assessments, Recertification's, Resumption of Care, and Regular Visits
- Used HomeCare HomeBase charting system
- Provided in home care to a varying patient population
- Completed lab draws, various teaching of in home care and assessments, central line dressing changes, wound care, drain care, catheter care
- Completed care for approximately 6-8 patients per day.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Madison Hospital
Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse- Medical Surgical/PCU
01.2017 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Provided care to patients with cardiac, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and renal disease
- Performed head-to-toe assessments on each patient every 4 hours during a 12 hour shift
- Administered medications by mouth, intravenously, through PEG tubes, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and through central lines
- Monitored patients with telemetry, receiving Cardizem and heparin drips, and on BIPAP machine
- Cared for patients after joint replacement surgery and general surgery
- Collaborated with doctors and nurse practitioners to carry out all orders and manage complete care of the patient
- Performed all phlebotomy and venipuncture for patients
- Followed all HIPPA privacy policies
- Used iCare to chart all patient assessment, medication administration, and care treatments provided to patients
- Admitted patients and educated them on the plan for their care
- Discharged patients and provided them with discharge teaching
- Created a care plan for each patient admitted and reviewed the plan of care for each patient in my care daily
- Performed wound care and changed dressings for patients as needed
- PICC line dressing changes, sterile dressing changes, and de-accessing ports
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Trained new nurses on hospital policies and procedures, patient care protocols, medical procedures and patient interventions.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
The University of North AlabamaFlorence, AL
Bachelors of Science from Nursing
12.2016
University Overview
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Patient education
- HIPAA compliance
- Classroom management
- Patient monitoring
- Healthcare technology
- Time management
- Family education
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Alabama Board of Nursing Certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
First Baptist Church of Meridianville- Wee Care
07.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
Right At Home Healthcare Agency
12.2020 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse- Home Health
LHC Group
06.2019 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse- Medical Surgical/PCU
Madison Hospital
01.2017 - 05.2019
The University of North Alabama
Bachelors of Science from Nursing
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