Deborah Beardslee
St Louis,MO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Faculty Member
Lodestar PC
01.2023 - Current
School Nurse
OLL - unpaid position
Washington, MO
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Barnes Jewish
St Louis, MO
01.2000 - 02.2004
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Maintained records, prepared reports and served on special committees.
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Registered Nurse-ICU
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
St Louis, MO
07.1995 - 12.1998
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, interventions and progress notes.
- Assessed and monitored critically ill patients' conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality of care was provided to all patients.
- Assisted in the development of individualized plans of care based on assessment findings.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound care, and performing basic laboratory tests.
- Supported the development of new ICU practices through research-based evidence.
- Initiated, monitored and adjusted intravenous therapy according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, accurately recording any significant variations from normal range.
- Educated families on critical care management of their loved ones.
- Ensured that all clinical activities were performed in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and modified plans accordingly.
- Performed necessary treatments and interventions as prescribed by medical staff.
- Actively participated in unit meetings and professional organizations related to ICU nursing practice.
- Developed strategies to manage pain while minimizing use of analgesics or sedatives.
- Demonstrated knowledge of advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Facilitated communication between family members and other healthcare providers regarding patient's condition.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Supported appropriate orientation, education, credentialing and continued professional development of associates.
- 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.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- 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.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Veteran's Administration Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
10.1993 - 06.1995
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- 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.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Student Nurse
Barnes Hospital
St Louis, MO
08.1990 - 07.1993
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to supervising nurse or physician.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Assessed patient needs using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
- Developed individualized nursing plans based on assessment findings for assigned patients.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
- Educated patients on health promotion activities such as nutrition and exercise.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
- Identified potential hazards associated with equipment use or medication administration.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Assisted with discharge planning by helping arrange follow-up appointments or home health services.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma incidents.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barnes College
St Louis, MO07-1993
Some College (No Degree) - undecided
Missouri State University
Springfield, MOAffiliations
I enjoy hiking, water sports, and volunteering my time.
Certification
- RN, BSN, TIPC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Faculty Member
Lodestar PC
01.2023 - Current
School Nurse
OLL - unpaid position
08.2010 - 05.2014
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Barnes Jewish
01.2000 - 02.2004
Registered Nurse-ICU
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
07.1995 - 12.1998
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Veteran's Administration Hospital
10.1993 - 06.1995
Student Nurse
Barnes Hospital
08.1990 - 07.1993
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barnes College
Some College (No Degree) - undecided
Missouri State University
- RN, BSN, TIPC