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Claire Splawn

Claire Splawn

Huntsville ,AL

Summary

Knowledgeable and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, PACU

Huntsville Hospital Main
10.2024 - Current
  • Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Parkridge Medical Center
05.2022 - 10.2024
  • Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
  • Delegated work to nursing support staff and monitored performance to protect patients and maintain optimal care standards.
  • Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.

Nurse Extern

Parkridge Medical Center
04.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.

Student Nurse Preceptorship

Tennova Healthcare - Cleveland
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cleveland State Community College
05.2022

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Family Support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Adaptable and Flexible

References

Hannah Spurgeon 

Critical Care Nurse at Parkridge Medical Center

hbmaples94@gmail.com

423-244-1426

Ashley Bradford

BSN, RN, CCRN and Medical ICU Manager 

Ashley.bradford@HCAHealthcare.com

423-493-7881

Desiree McCarthy 

MSN and Nursing Professor 

dmccarthy@clevelandstatecc.edu

423-478-6234

Timeline

Registered Nurse, PACU

Huntsville Hospital Main
10.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Parkridge Medical Center
05.2022 - 10.2024

Student Nurse Preceptorship

Tennova Healthcare - Cleveland
02.2022 - 04.2022

Nurse Extern

Parkridge Medical Center
04.2021 - 05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cleveland State Community College

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