Dawn Hurst
Team Leader Charge Nurse
East Alton,IL
Summary
Hardworking, patient-oriented nurse bringing 12+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to cardiothoracic and med/surg patients. Proven history of using critical thinking and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in a high-pressure environment. Team-oriented and reliable with a strong work ethic, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound judgment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Charge Nurse Team Leader
Christian Hospital NE
St. Louis, MO
04.2021 - Current
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on 28 bed unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcome.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on cardiothoracic telemetry unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Christian Hospital NE
St. Louis, MO
04.2013 - 04.2021
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Worked at least 24 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Verified facility remained up-to-date and compliant with laws and regulations.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Registered Nurse Team Leader
Christian Hospital NE
St Louis, MO
12.2008 - 04.2013
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- 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.
Patient Care Technician
Christian Hospital NE
St Louis, MO
08.2006 - 12.2008
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
MRI Receptionist
Alton Memorial Hospital
Alton, IL
11.2004 - 08.2006
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
St Louis, MO 01.2012 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL 01.2006 - 12.2008
Skills
Acute care expertise
Patient and family advocacy
Strong clinical judgment
Staff leadership
Strong Work Ethic
Glucose Stabilizer Operation
External Pacemakers
Chest Tube Assessment and Care
Precepting
Team building and leadership
Certification
ACLS
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
We never fail when we try to do our duty,
We always fail when we neglect to do it.
Robert Baden-Powell
Timeline
Charge Nurse Team Leader
Christian Hospital NE
04.2021 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Christian Hospital NE
04.2013 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
01.2012 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse Team Leader
Christian Hospital NE
12.2008 - 04.2013
Patient Care Technician
Christian Hospital NE
08.2006 - 12.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
01.2006 - 12.2008
MRI Receptionist
Alton Memorial Hospital
11.2004 - 08.2006