Crystal Anderson
Anderson,SC
Summary
A seasoned and dedicated Critical Care Nurse with 15 years of ICU experience seeking advancement in an Assistant Management Position at Auburn Multicare Hospital. I have advanced skills working with diverse patient populations with ability to perform with speed and accuracy assessing patients, delivering treatment and medications and delegating task as appropriate. Proficient in electronic chart documentation, patient education, administration and monitoring of medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. I have prior charge nurse experience that can offer extensive and positive experiences in a leadership role. I am a fast learner dedicated to enhancing quality of care and patient outcomes. I am Highly-motivated and a fast learner with a desire to advance and take on new challenges.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Critical Care Travel Nurse
AHS Healthcare Staffing
Edmond, OK
07.2018 - Current
- Cared for critically ill patients with high-risk, life-threatening health problems to improve clinical outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures by operating and monitoring medical equipment.
- Performed nursing assessments, collected medical data and analyzed results.
- Educated patients and families on clinical needs and care plans.
- Delivered high-quality care by following clinical standards and implementing process improvements.
- Management of central, arterial and PICC lines.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, IV medications, and titratable drips to patients and monitored responses.
- Provided clinical guidance, support and feedback to new nursing staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of all training activities completed by newly hired nurses.
- Assisted with identifying resources available for enhancing professional development among newly hired nurses.
- Instructed new nursing staff on policies, procedures, techniques and strategies related to patient care.
- Assessed and monitored new nursing staff's performance during orientation period.
RN, Critical Care Travel Nurse
American Traveler
Boca Raton, FL
08.2016 - Current
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures by operating and monitoring medical equipment.
- Performed nursing assessments, collected medical data and analyzed results.
- Cared for critically ill patients with high-risk, life-threatening health problems to improve clinical outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on clinical needs and care plans.
- Delivered high-quality care by following clinical standards and implementing process improvements.
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, IV medications and titratable drips to patients and monitored responses.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Hospice Nurse
Hospice of the Upstate
Anderson, SC
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Provided bereavement counseling services for surviving family members after a death has occurred.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Reviewed medical history of patients admitted into hospice program to determine eligibility for services.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
Home Health Nurse
Gentiva Home Health
Anderson, SC
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Assessed patient needs and developed care plans accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured quality assurance standards are met through regular chart audits and review processes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients needing urgent attention at home.
RN, Critical Care
Anmed Health
Anderson, SC
06.2009 - 07.2015
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications and aftercare procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient condition and delegated care to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
- Administered oral, IV titratable drips and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Treated patients with broad range of diagnoses ranging from sepsis, renal failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Management of central, arterial and PICC lines along with blood draws
Education
Associate of Applied Science - RN
St Josephs College of Nursing
Syracuse, NY4 2009
LPN - LPN
Jefferson Technical School
Watertown, NY0 2005
Skills
- Broad medical terminology knowledge
- Ventilator care
- Diabetes management
- Administration of Oral, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous and IV Medications
- IV drug therapy management
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Problem resolution
- Provide care for patients in ICU setting age 18 and older
- Triage Patients recognizing Life Threatening situations and responding quickly and accurately to codes applying ACLS guidelines
- Educating Patients and their families on disease processes, medications and aspects of plan of care
- Patient Advocate
- Collaborate effectively with Physicians, Social Workers, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapist, Charge nurses and all others within interdisciplinary team
- Monitoring of Lab Values and reporting to Physician Promptly with out of normal ranges
- Dependable, Compassionate and Flexible Team Player
- Ventilator management
- Life-sustaining machines
- Compassionate Care
- Policy Adherence
- Evaluations
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Teaching strategies
- Leadership and mentoring abilities
- Student Evaluation
- Clinical Supervision
Certification
Current Credentials
- RN compact Licensure- July 2009
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- Currently enrolled in Grand Canyon University for BSN
Timeline
RN, Critical Care Travel Nurse
AHS Healthcare Staffing
07.2018 - Current
RN, Critical Care Travel Nurse
American Traveler
08.2016 - Current
Hospice Nurse
Hospice of the Upstate
05.2016 - 08.2016
Home Health Nurse
Gentiva Home Health
08.2015 - 05.2016
RN, Critical Care
Anmed Health
06.2009 - 07.2015
Associate of Applied Science - RN
St Josephs College of Nursing
LPN - LPN
Jefferson Technical School
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