Cortney Bishop
Montgomery,Tx
Summary
Seasoned Staff RN with a robust background in perioperative nursing and patient education, notably at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. Excelled in reducing fall rates and spearheading patient safety initiatives. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, ensuring high-quality patient care and advocacy. Proven track record in medication administration and emergency response, enhancing patient recovery outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Pulse Staffing
Houston, TX
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of physical condition; observed changes in patients' health status; reported to physicians regarding patient's condition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the course of illness or disability.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on nursing diagnosis and physician orders.
Staff RN
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
The Woodlands, Texas
02.2020 - Current
- Assessment of the postoperative patient including a physical assessment, monitoring of vital signs, pain assessment, and educating patients about the procedures and home care
- Administering medications as ordered and evaluating the patients post administration
- Chair of the fall committee holding meetings and working with the center to decrease fall rates in the center
- Assisting with lab draws, port access, and dressing changes
- Merit RN responding to emergencies in the hospital
Staff RN
Texas Children's Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Assessment of pediatric postoperative patients with ear tubes, tonsillectomies, hearing tests, and ear tubes
- Assisted with the opening of this recovery area from the ground up
- Provided postoperative home care instructions to families
- Managed emergent cases after surgery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Houston Health Science Center
Houston, Texas01.2002
Skills
- Perioperative nursing
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Transitioning between units
- Care provider
- Patient advocacy
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Accuracy in patient history
- Documentation
Affiliations
- Volunteer at my church
- Chosen by leadership to be a part of the pioneer class for Nursing Transformation Meyers Institute
Certification
- Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse certification (CAPA)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Pulse Staffing
04.2024 - Current
Staff RN
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
02.2020 - Current
Staff RN
Texas Children's Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Houston Health Science Center
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