Debra Holman
Maple Shade Township,NJ
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Oaks Intergrated Care, Camden County PACT Team
Cherry Hill, NJ
12.2023 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Conducted wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.
- Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
Nursing Supervisor
Bancroft Neurohealth
Mullica Hill, NJ
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Facilitates, schedules, and monitors healthcare appointments
- Perform on-site visits of program sites to promote the health, safety, security, and overall quality of care.
- Reviews labs, medical consults, and diagnostic test and follows up with appropriate provider as needed.
- Tracked patient or client care and followed through to provide service effectiveness.
- Advocated for clients to resolve medical or personal crises.
- Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
- Reviewed ph&ysician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
- Managed team of 3 registered nurses, 3 licensed practical nurses.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
Residential Nurse Case Manager
Bancroft Neurohealth
Cherry Hill, NJ
10.2015 - 05.2023
- Facilitates, schedules, and monitors healthcare appointments
- Administer daily and emergency medications as ordered by physician or as needed
- Perform on-site visits of program sites to promote the health, safety, security, and overall quality of care.
- Reviews labs, medical consults, and diagnostic test and follows up with appropriate provider as needed.
- Tracked patient or client care and followed through to provide service effectiveness.
- Advocated for clients to resolve medical or personal crises.
- Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
Staff Registered Nurse
Occupational Training Center of Burlington County
Burlington, NJ
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
Mount Laurel, NJ
10.2013 - 12.2015
- Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
- Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Bancroft Neurohealth
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
01.2013 - 09.2015
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Registered Nurse
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Pemberton, NJ
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, facility policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Pemberton, NJ
07.2007 - 06.2011
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Burlington County College
Pemberton, NJ12.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Burlington County Institute of Technology
Westampton, NJ02.2007
Associate of Science - Human Development
Gloucester County College
Sewell05.2001
Skills
- Patient Evaluation
- Service-Oriented
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Client Needs Assessment
Licenses
- Professional Registered Nurse (NJ)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oaks Intergrated Care, Camden County PACT Team
12.2023 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Bancroft Neurohealth
05.2023 - 11.2024
Staff Registered Nurse
Occupational Training Center of Burlington County
10.2018 - 08.2019
Residential Nurse Case Manager
Bancroft Neurohealth
10.2015 - 05.2023
Home Health Registered Nurse
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
10.2013 - 12.2015
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Bancroft Neurohealth
01.2013 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
New Lisbon Developmental Center
06.2011 - 01.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Lisbon Developmental Center
07.2007 - 06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Burlington County College
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Burlington County Institute of Technology
Associate of Science - Human Development
Gloucester County College
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