Courtney Huffman
Branson,MO
Summary
Accomplished Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Cox Health, adept in patient safety and clinical judgment. Excelled in reducing post-surgery complications and enhancing patient care through effective teamwork, problem-solving, and compassionate care. Skilled in telemetry monitoring and mentoring staff, significantly optimizing patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Personable and compassionate healthcare professional with solid foundation in patient care and positive, upbeat attitude. Knowledgeable about cardiac stepdown protocols and patient monitoring, proficient in EKG interpretation and medication administration. Committed to providing exceptional care and improving patient outcomes through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Cox Health
01.2020 - Current
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmias, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cox Health Family Medicine
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cox College
Springfield, MO12-2019
Skills
- Patient safety
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Patient confidentiality
- Physical assessment
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Decision-making
Timeline
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Cox Health
01.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cox Health Family Medicine
01.2017 - 12.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cox College
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