Clayton Elton
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a robust background in patient care and emergency response, honed across diverse roles at Naphcare and other leading healthcare institutions. Expert in Electronic Health Records Management and adept at nursing staff leadership, consistently delivering high-quality care and enhancing treatment strategies. Proven track record in improving patient coping abilities and advocating for patient needs with a high level of autonomy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Naphcare
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Action Staffing Solutions
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Occupational Health Nurse
Arizona Dept. of Corrections
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Delivered array of employee health services at company, which included health screenings and immunizations.
- Educated all employees on flu symptoms, illness prevention, benefits of good hygiene and smoking cessation programs.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Assisted with accident investigation program to identify root cause of incidents and near-misses.
Correctional Registered Nurse
Centurion
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Served in multiple roles including ADON of La Paz unit, Nurse Educator, and Nurse Line RN.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2009
High School Diploma -
Kofa High School
Yuma, AZ06-1993
Skills
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Unit Administration
- Nursing staff leadership
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
- Emergency Response
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- High level of autonomy
- Medication Administration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Naphcare
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Action Staffing Solutions
06.2023 - 09.2023
Occupational Health Nurse
Arizona Dept. of Corrections
08.2022 - 06.2023
Correctional Registered Nurse
Centurion
11.2019 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arizona Western College
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Kofa High School
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