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Christy Geoghagan

Christy Geoghagan

Registered Nurse
Saint George,GA

Summary

Hard working, dedicated, and passionate Registered Nurse with three years of experience providing individualized patient care, showcasing expertise in geriatric nursing, home health, ICF/DD, long/short term care, psychiatric illness, respite services, and patient assessments. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. Proven ability in mentoring new staff and enhancing infection control measures, contributing significantly to high-quality care and patient advocacy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Registered Nurse

Care Centers Of Nassau
11.2015 - 07.2024

  • Administered medications via alternate routes.
  • Oversaw delivery of care over three acre communities that have the capacity to serve 72 individuals in nine residential units, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of LPNs, medical assistants, and residential living assistants.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Residential Living Assistant

Care Centers Of Nassau
11.2015 - 02.2021
  • Contributed to staff meetings, sharing progress reports and providing suggestions on potential operational improvements.
  • Logged and filed incident reports, detailing significant occurrences during assigned shifts.
  • Attended continuing training sessions on MANDT techniques and methods.
  • Directed resident setback incident reports to appropriate treatment team personnel for remediation.
  • Aided residents in completing daily routines of care and activities.
  • Assisted with daily activities, promoting independence and improving the quality of life for residents.q1
  • Conducted safety drills regularly to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations.
  • Assisted with daily activities, promoting independence and improving the quality of life for residents.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.

Human Services Worker

Northeast Florida State Hospital
12.2010 - 10.2011
  • Adhered to strict client confidentiality laws and site-specific procedures to uphold privacy and provide best experience possible.
  • Prepared documents for review and completion by service applicants, supporting completion and responding to questions.
  • Inputted information and obtained quantitative and qualitative data on client details to provide services requested.
  • Established positive relationships with aid recipients and assessed goals, working hard to address individual needs and tailor services to suit them.
  • Understood and recognized signs of physical and substance abuse patterns and other debilitating circumstances.
  • Promoted a safe environment for all clients by enforcing facility rules/regulations effectively and consistently handling challenging situations professionally.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, addressing immediate concerns and connecting clients with necessary resources.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Jacksonville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2008 - 10.2010
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing Education

Concorde Career Institute
Jacksonville, FL
10.2020

High School Diploma -

Charlton County High School
Folkston, GA
05.2008

Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing Assistance

Okefenokee Technical College
Waycross, GA
05.2008

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Vaccine administration
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Patient Assessments
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Diabetes management
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Wound Care
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Emergency Response

Accomplishments

  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded Intermediate Care facilities requirements. Successfully provided quality care to 72 patients and operated one Independent Achievement Adult Day Program for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Achieved Nursing Department Employee Spotlight for the month of February 2023.

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Professional Nurse- eNLC, unencumbered, #RN301082, expires 01/2025.
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, expires 04/2026.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Care Centers Of Nassau
11.2015 - 07.2024

Residential Living Assistant

Care Centers Of Nassau
11.2015 - 02.2021

Human Services Worker

Northeast Florida State Hospital
12.2010 - 10.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant

Jacksonville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2008 - 10.2010

Associate of Science - Nursing Education

Concorde Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Charlton County High School

Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing Assistance

Okefenokee Technical College

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkInternship

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time offFlexible work hoursWork from home option

Software

Point Click Care

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