Christopher Simmons
Post Falls,ID
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Providence Sacred Heart Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to advocate for patient needs and implement effective care plans. Skilled in conflict resolution and staff training, fostering a supportive environment that enhances patient recovery and promotes team success.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Float Pool
Providence Sacred Heart Hospital
Spokane , WA
08.2016 - Current
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
ANM, Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
05.2011 - 07.2016
- ANM (2014-2016): Med Surge, Oncology, Telemetry floor. Responsible scheduling, conflict resolution, staff review, and over seeing night shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Staff RN (2011-2014) Med Surge, Oncology, Telemetry,
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Manager
Vail Associates
Keystone, CO
05.1993 - 05.2003
- Wedding Coordinator, 2002-2003.
- Assistant Banquet Manager, 1997-2002
- Waiter at Garden Room Restaurant, 1995-1997
- Banquet Waiter, 1993-1995
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
Specialist E-4
United States Army
04.1987 - 07.1990
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Constructed and camouflaged defensive positions to protect against enemy advances.
- Trained and managed new recruits in tactical and combat warfare.
- Trained squad members in the use of small arms and crew-served weapons.
- Honorable discharge.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse.
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2010
Associate of Science - Microbiology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Staff training
- Time management
- Team building
- Cardiac monitors
- PALS
- ACLS
- Oncology
- Telemetry
- Stroke
Affiliations
Hiking
Kayaking
Gardening
Travel
Cooking
Family
Timeline
RN Float Pool
Providence Sacred Heart Hospital
08.2016 - Current
ANM, Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Bakersfield
05.2011 - 07.2016
Manager
Vail Associates
05.1993 - 05.2003
Specialist E-4
United States Army
04.1987 - 07.1990
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse.
Bakersfield College
Associate of Science - Microbiology
Bakersfield College
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