Cassandra Guthrie
Xenia
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Dayton Children’s Hospital, blending compassionate care with clinical expertise. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and a professional bedside manner, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates leadership by mentoring new staff, enhancing team efficiency and patient care quality. Very skilled in acute care, consistently elevating healthcare standards through evidence-based interventions and patient advocacy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Dayton Children’s Hospital
02.2018 - Current
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Performed emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management, to stabilize patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- 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.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- 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.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Columbus, OH2021
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH01.2018
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Critical care
- Precepting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Treatment Planning
- Acute care expertise
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- PALS- Resuscitation Quality Improvement
- Chemo Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dayton Children’s Hospital
02.2018 - Current
Bachelor - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Clark State Community College
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