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CHRISTOPHER BLEVINS

Spring Lake

Summary

Dedicated RN with extensive experience in patient assessment, medication administration, and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Trinity Health
Muskegon
10.1984 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
  • Coordinated patient care with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate health records.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices.
  • Communicated effectively with patients regarding treatment options and procedures.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

RRT

Hackley Hospital
Muskegon
10.1984 - 01.2000
  • Administered respiratory therapies according to physician's orders and patient needs.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintained and calibrated respiratory equipment for optimal performance.
  • Documented patient responses and therapy outcomes in electronic records.
  • Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Administration And Education

Univesity of Phoenix
Grand Rapids
04-2004

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

GVSU
Allendale
12-1999

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Electronic medical records
  • Infection control
  • Respiratory therapy
  • Care coordination

Timeline

RN

Trinity Health
10.1984 - Current

RRT

Hackley Hospital
10.1984 - 01.2000

Master of Science - Nursing Administration And Education

Univesity of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

GVSU