Craig Rankin
New Caney,TX
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.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator RN
Memorial Hermann
08.2019 - Current
- Served as liaison between the nursing team and other healthcare professionals involved in patients'' care plans.
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Supported departmental goals by actively participating in committee meetings, contributing to policy revisions, and staying informed on current industry trends.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to continuously enhance patient care standards and overall performance metrics.
- Assisted in the recruitment, interviewing, selection process of qualified nursing personnel to maintain high-quality clinical staffing levels.
Charge Nurse
Memorial Hermann
08.2010 - Current
- 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.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
07.2007 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
Patient Access Representative
Memorial Hermann
08.1999 - Current
- Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
- Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
- Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
- Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
- Provided excellent customer service through active listening skills, understanding patient needs, and offering tailored solutions where applicable.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships among colleagues, promoting teamwork, and sharing best practices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX07.2007
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Quality Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Leadership
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Staff Development
- Process Improvements
- Unit-based shared governance
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator RN
Memorial Hermann
08.2019 - Current
Charge Nurse
Memorial Hermann
08.2010 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
07.2007 - Current
Patient Access Representative
Memorial Hermann
08.1999 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
San Jacinto College District
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