CLARETTA MCBRIDE
Registered Nurse
Sheffield,Ohio
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 38 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with direct patient care for adults with multiple disabilities, mental and physically challenged. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administering Vaccinations and Testing, and Flue vaccinations, helping to prevent the spread of current communicable diseases.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cleveland Clinic
dec1997 - may2019
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans for medical-surgical patients.
- Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments as necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care during hospitalization and discharge planning.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, empathetic, and professional nursing care tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Assist procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition
- Over the years at Cleveland clinic I have worked in critical areas of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Pulmonary and general Medical surgical nursing units.
LPN
University Hospitals
10.1975 - 12.1977
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH06.1991
High School Diploma -
Elyria High School
Elyria, OH06.1991
Skills
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
- Critical Care
- Emergency Response
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Medication Administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Seizure Management
- Telemetry Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic
01.2020 - 05.2023
LPN
University Hospitals
10.1975 - 12.1977
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cleveland Clinic
dec1997 - may2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
High School Diploma -
Elyria High School
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