CLAYTON IVES
Lake City,FL
Summary
Currently the author is a Registered Nurse seeking a position that will allow for personal and professional growth with an established medical facility. The use of my many clinical skills in a positive environment that places the patient at the center of care. The author brings to the employer a natural integrity and leadership with the ability to mentor and to be mentored.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Unit Manager
Surrey Place Nursing Center
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction by implementing efficient nursing unit processes and protocols.
- Enhanced the quality of care provided to patients by creating a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Reduced medication errors with thorough medication administration education and adherence to best practices.
- Increased patient safety by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing necessary interventions.
- Developed effective care plans tailored to individual patient needs, resulting in improved health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic medical records systems.
Rehabilitation Nurse-RN
Kindred
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Acute rehabilitation unit.
- Provide quality care to acutely ill patients in a safe and empathetic manner.
- Ensured that all patients and their families are educated on medications and the individualized plan of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized rehabilitation care plans.
- Enhanced the quality of patient care through effective communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trusting relationships and addressing individual concerns promptly.
Medical-Surgical Neurologic & Orthopedic- RN
Largo Medical Center
11.2018 - 07.2020
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Coordinated nursing care on the unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments and assisting staff.
- Inserted catheters and completed tracheostomy care for patients.
- Analyzed care plans and upheld JCAHO, Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
Unit Manager-RN
Boca Ciega Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Promoted patient independence by establishing patient care goals and taught and counseled patients, friends, and family about medications and self-care skills.
- Handled any complaints from patients and families and ensured patient care needs were met.
- Protected patients and employees by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and maintained patient confidence by monitoring confidential information.
Staff Developer-RN
Glen Oaks Health and Rehabilitation
03.2015 - 08.2018
- Perform all recruiting and hiring duties for the facility.
- Responsible for all orientation for new employees.
- Educate all staff in new and existing policies and procedures.
- Administrator of the Restorative Nursing program.
- Actively perform all duties of staff nurse.
Medical Marketing Associate
Clear Choice Web Solutions
06.2010 - 01.2015
- Responded to customer requests via telephone and email.
- Entered details such as payments, account information and call logs into computer system.
- Responsible for creative design for prominent medical shows.
- Supported Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions.
- Marketing of medical shows in multiple venues in various state locations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing With Emphasis in Leadership in Healthcare
Grand Canyon University
AZ06.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL12.2014
Associate of Arts -
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursingl
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2014
Skills
- Compassionate
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Fast learner
- Patient advocate
- Computer literate
- Professional
- Strong work ethic
- Integrity
- Compassionate Care
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Education
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Assessment
- Medical Documentation
Accomplishments
The author was the recipient of two Daisy awards for exceptional care while with HCA. I currently have my BLS through the AHA. I have been recognized many times by patients, patient families, and by other employees for providing superior care.
Additional Information
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Registered Nurse License RN9402997
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse from Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board
Timeline
Nurse Unit Manager
Surrey Place Nursing Center
06.2023 - 11.2023
Rehabilitation Nurse-RN
Kindred
07.2020 - 06.2023
Medical-Surgical Neurologic & Orthopedic- RN
Largo Medical Center
11.2018 - 07.2020
Unit Manager-RN
Boca Ciega Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
Staff Developer-RN
Glen Oaks Health and Rehabilitation
03.2015 - 08.2018
Medical Marketing Associate
Clear Choice Web Solutions
06.2010 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Nursing With Emphasis in Leadership in Healthcare
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
Associate of Arts -
Pasco-Hernando State College
Bachelor of Science - Nursingl
Grand Canyon University
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