Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Employee of the quarter nominee. Nominated for a Daisy award.
Timeline
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Caroline Cox

Perry,IL

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Pike County Memorial Hospital, excelling in patient safety and compassionate care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and critical thinking. Skilled in medication administration and adept at managing complex surgical procedures, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.

Healthcare professional with extensive experience in high-stress emergency settings. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining composure during medical crises. Highly reliable team member with adaptability to changing situations and commitment to collaborative success.

Experienced with patient triage and emergency intervention. Utilizes critical thinking and rapid response to manage acute medical situations effectively. Knowledge of advanced life support techniques and emergency protocols ensures optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Pike County Memorial Hospital
09.2018 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness and efficiency of emergency nursing care delivery within the department.

Registered Nurse

North East Missouri Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2005 - 09.2018
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
  • Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
  • Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
  • Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
  • Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
  • Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
  • Served as a reliable resource for colleagues in navigating complex case scenarios, offering expertise on various surgical interventions and troubleshooting challenges encountered during procedures.
  • Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
  • Provided comprehensive education to patients regarding their upcoming surgeries to alleviate anxiety, address concerns, and ensure informed consent was obtained properly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective discharge plans for patients following surgery, ensuring continuity of care beyond the hospital setting.
  • Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
  • Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
  • Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Work in a fast paced environment, with as many as 10 to 30 surgical cases or procedures in an outpatient surgery center.
  • Able to function in any role in GI procedures

Surgical Services Registered Nurse

Illini Community Hospital
06.1992 - 07.2005
  • Increased efficiency in the operating room by preparing instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.
  • Proactively identified potential complications during surgical procedures by maintaining vigilance and swiftly communicating concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Streamlined the surgical process by coordinating with ancillary departments such as pharmacy, radiology, laboratory services, and medical records.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care during pre-and post-operative visits.
  • Optimized resource utilization within the department by efficient scheduling of surgeries according to clinical priorities and staff availability.
  • Reduced infection rates through diligent adherence to aseptic techniques and strict infection control protocols.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing expert preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting in emergency situations during surgery.
  • Supported successful patient recovery from surgery through proper discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hannibal LaGrange College
Hannibal, MO
06-1992

Skills

  • Patient safety
  • Perioperative nursing
  • Postoperative nursing
  • Preoperative nursing
  • Operating room techniques
  • Pain management
  • Surgical procedures
  • Airway support
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Basic life support
  • Critical thinking
  • Direct patient care
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Physical assessment
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS)
  • Quality improvement
  • Anesthesia monitoring

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • BLS Basic Life Support

Employee of the quarter nominee. Nominated for a Daisy award.

I was nominated by a colleague for employee of the quarter for expertise in critical care situations and collaborating with the patients family. 


The Daisy nomination was from a young mother with a child in the emergency dept. This mother noted my care, concern for her child, and emergent expertise which ended with a positive patient outcome

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Pike County Memorial Hospital
09.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse

North East Missouri Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2005 - 09.2018

Surgical Services Registered Nurse

Illini Community Hospital
06.1992 - 07.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hannibal LaGrange College

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