Certified Wound Care Nurse with a proven track record in wound assessment, chronic wound management, and patient education. Committed to enhancing healing rates and patient satisfaction through individualized care plans and collaborative interdisciplinary approaches.
Work History
Certified Wound Care Nurse
4 Years 1 Month
Grant Medical Center | 07.2022 - Current
Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
Assessed and documented patient wound status using advanced imaging technologies.
Educated patients and families on wound care management and prevention techniques.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and treatment protocols.
Trained nursing staff on best practices in wound care and infection prevention strategies.
Implemented evidence-based practices to improve healing rates of complex wounds.
Reduced wound healing time with the application of advanced wound dressings, negative pressure therapy, and other evidence-based treatments.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and educating patients on proper wound management techniques.
Advocated for optimal patient comfort during painful procedures using effective pain management strategies and gentle technique modifications as needed.
Served as a mentor to nursing staff, sharing expert knowledge in wound assessment and dressing selection to improve overall team competency.
Staff RN
4 Years
Grant Medical Center, OhioHealth | 07.2018 - 07.2022
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
Phlebotomist
6 Years 10 Months
Dublin Methodist Hospital | 09.2011 - 07.2018
Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Maintained accurate documentation of specimens and patient information to uphold compliance standards.
Trained and mentored new phlebotomists in best practices and hospital protocols for efficient operations.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced specimen collection efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing | 2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College | Columbus, OH | 05-2018