CORTNEY PIPKIN
HIGH POINT,NC
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
UNC Health Care
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- 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.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Sava Senior Care
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Assistant Director of Nursing
ACCORDIUS HEALTH
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
ADMISISON COORDINATOR/Infection Control Nurse
Steadfast Medical Staffing
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Charge Nurse
WESTWOOD HEALTH AND REHAB
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC05.2021
Licensed Practical Nursing
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC07.2016
High School Diploma -
Gtcc Middle College High School
Jamestown, NC05.2009
Skills
- Patient Rapport
- Nursing Assignments
- Interventions Understanding
- Administer Medication
- Epic/ Point Click Care Superior Knowledge
- Accurate Documentation
- Hospital Standards
- Assessing Conditions
- Patient Intervention
- PICC Lines
- Blood Product Transfusion
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- North Carolina Nurses Association
Timeline
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
UNC Health Care
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Sava Senior Care
01.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
ACCORDIUS HEALTH
02.2021 - 12.2022
ADMISISON COORDINATOR/Infection Control Nurse
Steadfast Medical Staffing
04.2018 - 02.2021
Charge Nurse
WESTWOOD HEALTH AND REHAB
01.2017 - 03.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Davidson County Community College
Licensed Practical Nursing
Davidson County Community College
High School Diploma -
Gtcc Middle College High School
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