Cathy Richardson
Ballad Health System
Marion,VA
33
years of professional experience
Experienced RN with a strong focus on patient management, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and enhance patient safety through evidence-based practices.
Work History
RN
33 Years- Administered medications and monitored patient conditions to ensure optimal recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering development of clinical skills and best practices.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient safety and care quality.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in patient admissions and discharges.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare team to optimize treatment outcomes.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
IV medication administration
Medication management
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessment
Patient evaluation
Strong clinical judgment
Patient management
Patient care management
Documentation and charting
ACLS certification
Nursing leadership
Timeline
RN
Ballad Health System
07.1993 - 07.2026Read More
Virginia Highlands Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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