Chandra Hanson
Monroe,WI
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mercyhealth Family Practice, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven leadership in nursing staff training and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to patient education drive holistic care and improved satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mercyhealth Family Practice
02.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Veterans Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Charge Nurse
SSM Health Dean Medical Group
08.2015 - 03.2022
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Clinic Coordinator
Piedmont Physicians Group
08.2004 - 05.2015
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by coordinating staff schedules, ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to develop educational materials for patients, improving their understanding of treatment plans and overall health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and implementing necessary changes in clinic procedures.
- Reduced patient wait times through effective management of patient flow and resource allocation.
- Implemented a comprehensive training program for new staff members, resulting in quicker integration into the clinic team and increased overall performance.
- Assisted in hiring new clinic staff members, conducting interviews and evaluating candidates based on skills and cultural fit within the team dynamic.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12-2025
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- EMR / EHR
- High level of autonomy
- Acute care expertise
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mercyhealth Family Practice
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Veterans Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2023
Charge Nurse
SSM Health Dean Medical Group
08.2015 - 03.2022
Clinic Coordinator
Piedmont Physicians Group
08.2004 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
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