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Darlene Grit

ROARING RIVER,NC

Summary

Compassionate registered nurse with experience in various clinical settings. Skills include patient education, health assessments, and administering medications, along with strong interpersonal communication abilities to build relationships with patients and families. Proven ability to handle high-stress situations and maintain composure, always prioritizing patient safety and comfort. In previous role, contributed significantly to improving patient satisfaction scores.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Compliance and Persistency Nurse

CVS Healthcare
Buffalo Grove, NC
10.2024 - Current
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Adherence Nurse

CVS Healthcare
Greensboro, NC
11.2016 - 10.2024
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.

Health Management Nurse

CVS Healthcare
Greensboro, NC
04.2011 - 11.2016
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
Elkin, NC
10.2005 - 03.2011
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper post-operative homecare techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
  • Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
  • Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in electronic records system in accordance with guidelines.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
  • Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.

Public Health Nurse

Surry County Health Department
Dobson, NC
07.2001 - 04.2003
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching and health education.
  • Ran hospital prevention and health promotion programs to increase awareness of health-related issues.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient encounters according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Attended information sessions and seminars to increase knowledge of safe food handling practices.
  • Attended continuing education programs related to public health topics.
  • Conducted assessments of client's physical, mental, emotional and social health needs.
  • Administered vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Performed assessments for each individual case to determine best fit for materials and services.
  • Maintained up-to-date and comprehensive electronic and paper filing systems.
  • Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that can improve overall health outcomes.
  • Facilitated access to medical services and other resources for clients.
  • Educated public regarding community health resources in correctional facilities, community centers and churches.
  • Actively participated in team meetings to discuss client progress towards goals.
  • Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners.
  • Assessed clients' eligibility for federal and state benefits programs.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.
  • Tested clients for common conditions and referred to other community resources based on specific needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC
05-1994

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Surry Community College
Dobson, NC
05-1994

Skills

  • Care plan implementation
  • Discharge coordination
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Patient care
  • Workflow and patient management
  • Clinical judgment
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Inpatient care
  • Direct patient care
  • Medical chart management
  • Family education
  • HIPAA protocol adherence
  • Infection control
  • Nursing plan development
  • IV therapy management
  • Patient assessment and care
  • Blood transfusion administration
  • Care coordination
  • Licensed by NC nursing board
  • Licensed in all 50 States
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Direct nursing care
  • Patient care and education
  • Licensed RN
  • Disease prevention
  • Health promotion

Certification

  • I am a licensed RN in all 50 states

Timeline

Compliance and Persistency Nurse

CVS Healthcare
10.2024 - Current

Adherence Nurse

CVS Healthcare
11.2016 - 10.2024

Health Management Nurse

CVS Healthcare
04.2011 - 11.2016

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
10.2005 - 03.2011

Public Health Nurse

Surry County Health Department
07.2001 - 04.2003

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Winston-Salem State University

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Surry Community College

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