Courtney Treadway, RN
Sissonville,West Virginia
Summary
Patient-focused and empathetic registered nurse seeking a position within CAMC. Bringing with them experience, care and extensive knowledge to help improve the lives of their patients. Nurse Navigator demonstrates critical thinking, initiative and expertise in Head & Neck Cancer to assist patients in achieving optimum health, reduced hospitalization and increased quality of life. Leverages comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory to function autonomously in patient care, resource management and other areas of professional practice. Drives clinical, quality and cost effective outcomes for patient population by identifying best practices and targeting performance improvement efforts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Navigator - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
Charleston Area Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
- Work alongside surgeons in practice to help ensure patients make appointments for continuity of cancer care
- Referrals to other oncology centers in eastern region for more advanced cancer cases
- Contacting patients with results from scans and biopsies under physicians discretion
- Making sure patients are aware of facility wide appointments and helping relieve barriers to care such as transportation needs
- Working with CAMC Health systems different specialties to help get patients referred to other disciplines as needed
- Placing orders under supervision of physicians.
- Scheduled appointments, educational meetings, and follow-ups for patients and family members.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nurse navigation and clinical expertise areas.
- Synchronized care with multidisciplinary team to promote timely follow-up of treatment and supportive care recommendations.
- Completed timely reports and coordinated with insurance companies for approval and authorization.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and support services.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations and healthcare providers to expand network of support for patients.
- Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
- Supported patients during transitions between healthcare settings by providing information, resources, and emotional support.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted in development of nurse navigation program, streamlining patient care coordination.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences in treatment decisions, ensuring their voices were heard throughout process.
- Facilitated timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to advocate for patients, expedite plan of care and promote continuity.
- Facilitated timely access to care by coordinating appointments, tests, and procedures for patients across various healthcare systems.
- Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences, providing valuable input on patient care plans based on nursing expertise.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Built partnerships with local agencies and groups to assist with patient care, support or educational needs.
- Empowered patients through education on self-care techniques, enabling them to manage their own health more effectively.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Served as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Followed up with 16+ patients for adherence to post-discharge medical and lifestyle plans.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Francis Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Cared for as many as 8-14 patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care.
PACU RN Traveler - Cabell Huntington Hospital
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within facility.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as diabetes or heart failure using advanced clinical skills gained from continuing education courses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Responded efficiently to critical situations, applying life-saving interventions under pressure while maintaining composure.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse - PACU
CAMC Memorial Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Experience as PACU nurse at CAMC -Memorial hospital
- Was responsible for making sure patients safely awoke from anesthesia after procedure
- Patients would have to be monitored for minimum time frames, depending on type of anesthesia received
- Some patients would become holds in recovery room if no beds were available
- Experience with ventilated patients, arterial lines, post anesthesia opioid administration
- Patients are under care on anesthesiologist while in recovery and any issues that occurred would be brought to their attention and surgery team.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Expedited patient admission into PACU through rapid assessment of vital signs upon arrival from surgeries.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Maintained safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 20 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
Registered Nurse- IMC 5 Front
CAMC Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Responsible for caring for Intermediate level patients on 16 bed unit and CAMC Memorial hospital
- Job responsibilities include; patient assessment, med pass, hourly rounding and charting, vital signs, speaking to physicians, placing orders via cerner, ensuring patient safety, maintaining critical drips, I&O documentation
- Was responsible for care of 3-4 patients at time due to acuity of patients, mostly cardiac or pulmonary disease processes.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Served as preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as liaison between healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Nurse Extern - 4 North / 5 Front
CAMC Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 07.2018
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Enhanced communication between interdisciplinary teams for better patient outcomes.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Employed knowledge in growth and development principles to provide care appropriate to age of patients.
- Administered CPR to patients in cardiac arrest following American Heart Association Standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Gained valuable clinical experience through rotations in various hospital departments, such as emergency care, pediatrics, and surgery.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting with daily living tasks and providing emotional support to patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
BridgeValley CTC At South Charleston, WV
South Charleston, WV05.2018
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
BridgeValley Community And Technical College
Charleston, WV10.2014
Skills
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Patient confidentiality
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Examination
- Tracheostomy Care
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Care Coordination
- Patient and family advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Compassionate and Caring
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Wound Care
- Cardiac monitors
- Medication and IV administration
- Vitals monitoring
- Clinical assessment
- Case Management
- Infection Control
- Ethical Practice
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Francis Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
Nurse Navigator - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
Charleston Area Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
PACU RN Traveler - Cabell Huntington Hospital
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse - PACU
CAMC Memorial Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse- IMC 5 Front
CAMC Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2020
Nurse Extern - 4 North / 5 Front
CAMC Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 07.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
BridgeValley CTC At South Charleston, WV
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
BridgeValley Community And Technical College