Christina Leatherland
Evansville,IN
Summary
Accomplished Staff Nurse with a proven track record at St Mary’s Hospital, excelling in patient safety and direct patient care. Demonstrated expertise in medication and IV administration coupled with a compassionate approach, significantly improving patient satisfaction scores. Mentored new staff, enhancing team proficiency and reducing medication errors, showcasing critical thinking and a caring demeanor.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc
03.2010 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
Staff Nurse
St Mary’s Hospital
01.2003 - 03.2010
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
Staff Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Nursing
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.1994
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vaccine administration
- Home Health Care
- Newborn care
- Cardiac Nursing
- Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc
03.2010 - Current
Staff Nurse
St Mary’s Hospital
01.2003 - 03.2010
Staff Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Indiana
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Nursing
University of Southern Indiana
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