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Cherell Hutcherson

Canton,TX

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 39 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with multiple areas of patient care. Clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Able to maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Your Healthteam
10.2008 - Current

I work in the office as Clinical Supervisor to field staff. My patient load has averaged 40-75. I am responsible for their plan of care and as a team member, building a plan of care specific to individual needs and diagnosis. I make home visits when needed for nursing visits, admissions and rectifications.

Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments. Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches. Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy. Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Dallas Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 10.2008

Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care. Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions. Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses. Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Home Health Registered Nurse

Your Health Team
10.2004 - 10.2007

Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques. Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention. Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.

Coordinated with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.

Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.

Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.

Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.

Implemented effective pain management strategies to promote comfort and improve overall well-being for patients experiencing chronic or acute pain symptoms. I also did in home psychiatric nursing visits.

Registered Nurse, Day Surgery

Medical Center At Terrell (closed)
08.2000 - 10.2005

Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive care in day surgery procedures.

Reduced medication errors with diligent administration, documentation, and monitoring of medications during day surgery procedures.

Advocated for patient needs by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans that addressed both medical and psychosocial concerns related to day surgery procedures.

Advanced professional development through participation in relevant workshops, conferences, or continuing education courses related to nursing practice within the day surgery setting.Provided emotional support for patients undergoing day surgery procedures, addressing their anxieties or fears while promoting trust and confidence in their treatment plan.

Consistently met regulatory compliance requirements through meticulous documentation of all relevant aspects of patient care throughout their time in the day surgery department.

Efficiently managed time and prioritized tasks during high-volume periods, ensuring all patients received timely and attentive care throughout their surgical experience.

Ensured timely interventions during surgeries by closely monitoring vital signs, administering anesthesia as needed, and communicating any concerns promptly to the surgeon.

Improved patient recovery times through efficient pre-operative assessments and thorough post-operative followups.

Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgment during emergent situations that required prompt decision-making skills in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Optimized patient safety by adhering to strict infection control measures and maintaining a clean surgical environment.

Expedited discharge process for patients through effective education on home care instructions and post-surgery expectations.

Streamlined workflow in the day surgery unit by assisting with scheduling procedures, coordinating necessary resources, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.

Managed caseload of multiple patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.

Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.

Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.

Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.

Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.

Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.

Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Zale Lipshy University Hospital
10.1995 - 08.2000

Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.

Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.

Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.

Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.

Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.

Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.

Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.

Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.

Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.

Precipitated in treatment for ECT for severely depressed patients.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Tri City Hospital Scyene Road (closed)
06.1990 - 10.1995

Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.

Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.

Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.

Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.

Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.

Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.

Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.

Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.

Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.

Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.

Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.

Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Colonial Hospital (closed)
10.1988 - 06.1990

Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.

Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.

Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.

Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.

Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.

Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.

Registered Nurse ICU

Medical Center At Terrell (closed)
06.1987 - 10.1988

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

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.

Managed care from admission to discharge.

Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Managed patient's on ventilators.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Terrell State Hospital
03.1982 - 06.1987

Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.

Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.

Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.

Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.

Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.

Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.

Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing Education

Trininty Valley Junior College
Athens, Tx
05.1985

Skills

Medication and IV administrationMedication AdministrationDirect Patient Care

Patient Assessments

Documentation and Charting

Strong Clinical Judgment

Clinical judgment

Patient and family advocacy

Infection control measures

Patient Care

Nursing staff leadership

Licensed RN

Taking vitals

Critical Care

Collecting vitals

Medication Distribution

Emergency Response

Diabetes management

Insulin medication assistance

Staff Supervision

Patient Relations

Treatment Planning

HIPAA Education

At-risk patient care

Medical evaluation

Additional Information

In addition to my work as a registered nurse, My husband and I worked with HSC part of Andrews Center. The HSC Program allows a family home to have up to 3 adults that are mentally challenged to live in a home environment. We did this from 1994- 2020. We had many adults live in or home through the years. We were blessed to be a part of their lives. Our job was to allow and assist them to become as high functioning as possible. They were treated as family members. Sadly when my husband passed away in March 2020 I was no longer able to do this by myself.

I am a active member of Radiant Church in Canton Tx

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Your Healthteam
10.2008 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Dallas Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 10.2008

Home Health Registered Nurse

Your Health Team
10.2004 - 10.2007

Registered Nurse, Day Surgery

Medical Center At Terrell (closed)
08.2000 - 10.2005

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Zale Lipshy University Hospital
10.1995 - 08.2000

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Tri City Hospital Scyene Road (closed)
06.1990 - 10.1995

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Colonial Hospital (closed)
10.1988 - 06.1990

Registered Nurse ICU

Medical Center At Terrell (closed)
06.1987 - 10.1988

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Terrell State Hospital
03.1982 - 06.1987

Associate of Science - Nursing Education

Trininty Valley Junior College
Cherell Hutcherson