Cloris Greene
Summary
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.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
MUSC
06.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
MUSC
06.2011 - 05.2020
- Demonstrated adaptability while working alongside various medical teams including respiratory therapists, dietitians, case managers, and social workers to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unforeseen challenges or complications that arose during daily tasks efficiently under pressure.
- Facilitated seamless shift transitions by accurately reporting patient status and progress to incoming healthcare professionals.
- Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.
- Supported patients during recovery periods with proper positioning techniques, wound care, and hygiene assistance.
- Advanced patient outcomes by accurately recording data for quality improvement initiatives in the ICU department.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by performing routine equipment checks, restocking supplies, and sanitizing surfaces as needed.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and maintaining open communication.
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring vital signs, and updating electronic health records for accurate documentation.
- Streamlined workflow processes by assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients within the ICU unit.
- Delivered timely patient care during critical situations, ensuring that medical interventions were executed promptly and effectively under the guidance of supervising RNs or physicians.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Triaged patients to assess severity of conditions.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
Medical Office Assistant
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center
04.2006 - 06.2011
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Updated patient information and insurance details for accurate electronic medical records.
- Prepared patient charts by gathering and organizing medical records ahead of appointments.
- Provided prompt, polite and professional in-person and telephone customer service.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Chaperone with the physician during examination.
- Triaging patients
- Taking patients back to the examination room
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC12.2019
High School Diploma -
Baptist Hill High
Hollywood, SC06.1994
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care Planning
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical Care
- Collecting vitals
- Tracheostomy Care
- Precepting
- Patient Discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team Coordination
- EMR Systems
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- EMR / EHR
- High level of autonomy
- Medical assessment
- Chest pain management
- Data Collection
- HIPAA Education
- Administering immunizations
- Cardiac Care
- Removing sutures
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Seizure Management
- EPIC use
Certification
- RN License # 254734 Expiration date: 05/2026
- BLS/ACLS certified expiration date: 06/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MUSC
06.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician, ICU
MUSC
06.2011 - 05.2020
Medical Office Assistant
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center
04.2006 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trident Technical College
High School Diploma -
Baptist Hill High
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