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Chrisite Bond

Selah,WA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse and Director of Assisted Living at Terrace at Summitview, recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective patient education. Leveraged strong clinical judgment to implement evidence-based interventions, achieving a significant reduction in patient falls while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to advocating for patients and families during critical care transitions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse and Director of Assisted Living

Terrace at Summitview
09.2004 - 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.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • 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.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Education

Registered Nurse

Yakima Community College
Yakima, Wa
06-2008

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient care
  • Wound care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Care plan development
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient evaluation
  • Licensed RN
  • Taking vitals
  • Team coordination
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Intake and discharge
  • Relationship building
  • Vaccine administration
  • Chronic disease management
  • ADL assistance
  • Administering immunizations
  • Medical recordkeeping
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Long-term care
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Removing sutures
  • Treatment Planning

Timeline

Registered Nurse and Director of Assisted Living

Terrace at Summitview
09.2004 - Current

Registered Nurse

Yakima Community College

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