Courtney Roberson
Missoula
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional with a strong background in patient advocacy and mentoring. Skilled in streamlining processes and enhancing patient safety, committed to leveraging expertise to drive quality care and improve patient satisfaction. My extensive history in multimodal care and travel nursing in units ranging widely from critical care to medical surgical to rehab has made me a strong nurse with well rounded care. I am dedicated to providing top notch care and expertise to patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Patrick Hospital
Missoula, MT
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting effective self-care practices.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions effectively.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and reducing hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in electronic health records management.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes and operational excellence.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, and treatment planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and best practices.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and clinical competency.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction across departments.
- Conducted educational sessions for patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences in care planning meetings, promoting a patient-centered approach.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, WA
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Spokane Community College
12-2016
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient management
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Medication distribution
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Preventive health
- Medical evaluation
- Setting up referrals
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Patrick Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2019 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
02.2017 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Spokane Community College