CRYSTAL DEAN
Kingston
Summary
Patient-oriented RN with over 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, specialized care, and department operations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Infection Preventionist
Sanilac Medical Care Facility
07.2011 - 03.2021
- Managed, monitored, and provided wound care for residents with wounds or at risk for wounds.
- Developed wound care prevention and care policies and procedures while responsible for wound care.
- Completed the online Wound Certification Course through WoundEducators.com.
- Worked with AMT specialized wound care as needed.
- Monitored and followed all pertinent laboratory reports.
- Reviewed medical records to determine if criteria was met for infections, adequate charting was present, and implemented follow up as needed.
- Worked closely with the local Health Department as needed.
- Implemented appropriate precautions as needed for multidrug resistant organisms and monitored for outbreaks.
- Assessed the status of vaccines, ordered appropriate vaccines, monitored vaccine storage, administered vaccines, and provided education and instructions needed for all vaccines.
- Assessed new employee health status and provided education and interventions if needed.
- Provided post exposure policies, procedures, education, and care for all possible exposures to bloodborne pathogens.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Gathered, analyzed and reported on infection data.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Implemented emergency actions for especially virulent or widespread infections.
- Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
RN ER and Med Surge Nurse
Mckenzie Health System
07.2007 - 07.2011
- Provided care for patients on the medical-surgical unit including some critical care.
- Coordinated the nursing care for patients presenting to ER.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Student Nurse Tech
08.2006 - 07.2007
Home Building Contractor
01.2000 - 01.2002
Education
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Saint Clair Community College
2007
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Mott Community College
1986
Skills
- Coordinating Services
- Paperwork Organization
- Systems Evaluation
- Quality Assessments
- Coaching Patients
- Consultative Services
- Long-Term Care Knowledge
- Networking with Staff
- Updating Medical Charts
- Evidence Collection
- Infection Control Procedures
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Treatment Planning and Implementation
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
RN Infection Preventionist
Sanilac Medical Care Facility
07.2011 - 03.2021
RN ER and Med Surge Nurse
Mckenzie Health System
07.2007 - 07.2011
Student Nurse Tech
08.2006 - 07.2007
Home Building Contractor
01.2000 - 01.2002
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Saint Clair Community College
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Mott Community College
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