Charlotte Young
Lawrence,KS
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Kansas University Medical Center, demonstrating exceptional skills in medication administration and patient advocacy. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, significantly improving patient recovery times. Expert in infection control and patient assessments, ensuring high-quality care and support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kansas University Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice
05.2009 - 08.2016
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Central Kansas Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2009
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KS05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS12-1974
Skills
- Medication administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kansas University Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice
05.2009 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse
Central Kansas Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Barton County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
Fort Hays State University
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