Connie Robinson
nursing
Florence,South Carolina
Summary
15 + years in dialysis. I currently cover up to 8 dialyisis clinics in the surrounding areas. Care for up to 12 patients a shift with assistance of 2 technicians. Serve as Charge nurse when needed in addition to precepting. I have served as Clinical Nurse Manager with Fresenius from 2020-2021. Have cared for a wide patient population from late teens to the elderly. Have also cared for chronically ill,sometimes terminal staged patients throughout my career.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Float Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Florence, SC
08.2006 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments and medical staff to support provision of highest standard for total patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Staff Nurse
Palmetto Infusion Svc
Florence, SC
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Hemodialysis Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, SC
03.2008 - 02.2010
- Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Staff Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, SC
08.2000 - 07.2006
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florence Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC07.2000
Skills
- Treatment Preparation
- Patient Examination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Disease Treatment
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Accurate Documentation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Admission
- Infection Control Procedures
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Palmetto Infusion Svc
01.2016 - 01.2017
Hemodialysis Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
03.2008 - 02.2010
Float Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
08.2006 - Current
Staff Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.2000 - 07.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florence Darlington Technical College
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