Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Southern Ohio Medical Center, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication. Skilled in IV insertion/therapies, EMR systems, and wound care, while fostering teamwork and mentoring new staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
12.2016 - Current
Assisted in patient assessments and routine care under supervision.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate data entry and updates.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
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.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH
03.2016
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Infection control measures
Wound care
Patient monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Intravenous line insertion (including ultrasound guided) and therapy
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