Chelsea Blankenship
Chickamauga,GA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record in Cardiac care at multiple area hospitals in Chattanooga, TN demonstrating exceptional clinical leadership and patient assessments. Skilled in medication administration and fostering team growth, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and care outcomes. Holds an ACLS,BLS,NIH Stroke Scale and Preceptorship Certification. Excels in utilizing EMR/EHR systems, embodying both technical proficiency and compassionate patient advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Continuing Education Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse-Cardiac Stepdown Unit
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
05.2021 - Current
- Enhanced overall department performance as a charge nurse on the floor for 3 years by setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and recognizing achievements of team members.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments every shift using critical thinking skills to identify changes in condition and 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Registered Nurse Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN12.2016
Associate of Science -
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05.2012
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Clinical Leadership
- Staff Training
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- EMR / EHR [Epic]
- Cardiac Care
Accomplishments
- Awarded 2024 Nurse of Excellence
- Training - Trained multiple staff nurses on correct procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Preceptor- I have precepted multiple students on the floor encouraging compassionate and quality care for graduation.
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2/2017-present
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Certified Preceptor for CHI Memorial
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Nurse-Cardiac Stepdown Unit
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Associate of Science -
Chattanooga State Community College
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