Chelsea Menn
Plattsburgh,NY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Dedicated [Job Title] skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings. Demonstrates professional development and clinical skills utilizing nursing process to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership environment. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated and well-qualified [Type] RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings [Number] 31 year record in field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
Plattsburgh, NY
11.2002 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient's condition by performing physical examinations, analyzing test results, and evaluating patient responses to treatments.
- Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
- Educated orthopedic patients about their conditions and treatment plans to ensure understanding of procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of patient medical histories, treatments, medications, test results, and progress notes.
- Conducted pre-operative evaluations on orthopedic patients prior to surgery to ensure they were medically fit for the procedure.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, surgeons, therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure and temperature during surgical procedures in order to identify any changes that may require intervention or adjustment of medication dosages.
- Performed post-operative assessments on orthopedic patients following surgery to assess recovery status and evaluate effectiveness of prescribed treatments.
- Coordinated scheduling of diagnostic tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs in order to provide accurate diagnosis for orthopedic patients.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications when necessary according to established standards of practice guidelines.
- Instructed family members on proper homecare techniques after discharge from hospital setting.
- Attended regular continuing education courses related to Orthopedics nursing in order to stay abreast of current trends within the field.
- Evaluated the efficacy of existing policies related to Orthopedics nursing practices in order to recommend appropriate modifications or revisions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
St Lawrence College
Cornwall,Ontario12-2002
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Student Precepting
- Patient Examination
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Needs Assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Infection Control
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Trauma recovery
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Documentation
- Team building
- Attention to Detail
- Preventive Healthcare
- IV drug therapy management
- Diabetes management
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Patient Care Assessment
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Accurate Documentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professional Demeanor
- Medication and IV administration
- Collecting vitals
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Goal Setting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Task Prioritization
- Safety Protocols
- Time Management
Affiliations
- I am the Recording Secretary for the local Chapter of Northern Adirondack Nurses Association.I am a yearly attendee to the National Orthopedic Conference so that I can maintain my ONC status with the most up to date information to enhance my practice
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- I have received many "Caught You Caring " cards .I have been a Lead RN 2 times. For the first 9 years of my career prior to moving back to the North Country,I was the Charge RN on a med Surg unit in Floesville Texas
Certification
- Along with my current RN License, I also hold current National Certifications in Med Surg Nursing and Orthopedic National Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
11.2002 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
St Lawrence College
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