DEBRA RUCKER
Newark,DE
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 8 years of experience in acute care settings. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in evidence-based practice and patient education. Strong leadership and management skills. Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Clinical Nurse Specialist. Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Consistently meet and exceed care standards by coordinating clinical operations and strengthening team performance. Solid nursing background in bedside nursing and in any settings. Passionate about continuous improvement and delivering optimal care to every patient. Currently I am 11-7 nursing superviser. That job requires being in charge of three units our Skilled. Assisted lLiving and our Memory Care Unit. I also give direct care to residents in our skilled center. The job also requires that I am the on call Nurse for our complete compound which has approximately three hundred residents. The job is very intense and requires excellent time management and nursing skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Supervisor
COUNTRY HOUSE
GREENVILLE, USA
03.2020 - Current
- Managed a team of 10 nurses and provided leadership and guidance
- Developed and implemented patient care plans
- Monitored patient progress and updated medical records
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care.
- Monitored patient progress to ensure compliance with established standards of care.
- Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
- Coordinated scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs.
- Maintained accurate records related to staffing, budgeting, patient care, and other administrative duties.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers regarding patient care issues.
- Ensured that all nursing personnel are familiar with hospital policies and regulations.
- Advised nursing managers on strategies for improving operational efficiency.
- Performed regular rounds throughout the facility to observe performance of assigned staff members.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to newly hired nurses or those transitioning into a new role.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their care experience.
- Oversaw implementation of infection control protocols within the unit or facility.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
- Investigated and reported accidents, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
- Participated in patient and family planning processes, provided instructions and addressed questions and/ concerns.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
Registered Nurse
CADEA
WILMINGTON, USA
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided advanced clinical expertise and education to nursing staff
- Developed and implemented evidence-based practice guidelines
- Conducted research and analyzed data to improve patient outcomes
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill neonates.
- Provided emotional support and education to parents of preterm babies.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, x-rays, ultrasounds and EKGs on neonates.
- Monitored ventilator settings, oxygen saturation levels and other respiratory equipment.
- Instructed medical students, nursing students, residents and fellows on the care of premature infants.
- Facilitated family centered rounds by engaging families in discussions about their infant's care plan.
- Assisted physicians with complex procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and umbilical line placements.
- Identified potential complications from surgeries or procedures performed on premature infants.
- Provided direct bedside nursing care for high risk infants including those requiring advanced life support measures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments administered and changes in condition.
- Reviewed discharge instructions with families prior to discharging an infant from the unit.
- Provided guidance to junior nurses regarding best practices for caring for premature infants.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- 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, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
NICU Registered Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
NEWARK, USA
05.2000 - 05.2002
- Provided direct patient care and administered medications
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to physicians
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and procedures
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill neonates.
- Provided emotional support and education to parents of preterm babies.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, x-rays, ultrasounds and EKGs on neonates.
- Assessed patient's responses to treatments and interventions, adjusting plans accordingly.
- Monitored ventilator settings, oxygen saturation levels and other respiratory equipment.
- Instructed medical students, nursing students, residents and fellows on the care of premature infants.
- Facilitated family centered rounds by engaging families in discussions about their infant's care plan.
- Assisted physicians with complex procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and umbilical line placements.
- Identified potential complications from surgeries or procedures performed on premature infants.
- Provided direct bedside nursing care for high risk infants including those requiring advanced life support measures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments administered and changes in condition.
- Reviewed discharge instructions with families prior to discharging an infant from the unit.
- Provided guidance to junior nurses regarding best practices for caring for premature infants.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Registered Nurse
BAADA
NEW CASTLE, DE
01.2000 - 05.2002
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes according to agency policies.
- Assessed patients' health condition and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Administered medications, monitored patient responses, and adjusted dosages as needed.
- Performed routine check-ups on patients in the home environment.
- Conducted educational sessions with patients and family members on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for all patients.
- Managed medical records of individual clients accurately and confidentially.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure levels., as required by physician orders.
- Observed changes in patient conditions that may require intervention or notification of a physician or supervisor.
- Provided wound care management including changing dressings, applying topical ointments, creams, gels., as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through regular assessment of patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients' families regarding their loved one's condition and any necessary changes in treatment plan.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers involved in patient care to ensure continuity of service delivery.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Immaculata University
Immaculata06.2000
Skills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration and management
- Electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient education and counseling
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Team leadership and management
- Staff Scheduling
- Patient Services Coordination
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Care Management
- Needs Assessment
- Patient Assessments
- HIPAA Requirements
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Care Oversight
- Ward Management
- Disease Prevention Education
- Medication Administration
- Staff Mentoring and Coaching
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Policy Enforcement
- Service Optimization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff direction and support
- Patient treatment planning
- Disease prevention education
- Needs assessment
- HIPAA requirements
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Staff assignments
- Electronic charting expertise
- Patient education and advocacy
- Utilization review
- Direct Patient Care
- Quality assurance
Accomplishments
EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR at Country House 2021
Work Availability
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor
COUNTRY HOUSE
03.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
CADEA
06.2018 - 03.2020
NICU Registered Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
05.2000 - 05.2002
Registered Nurse
BAADA
01.2000 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Immaculata University
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