Deborah Bowen
Greenwood,IN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hendricks Regional Health Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and parents while initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
St. Francis Hosptial
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Patient Care Technician, Oncology
St. Francis Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Customer Service Associate
The Christmas Tree Shops
09.2017 - 03.2021
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resulting in satisfactory outcomes and positive feedback.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Camp Nurse
Girl Scouts Of America
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Administered medications to campers accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Ensured timely intervention for illnesses or injuries, coordinating with fellow camp staff
- Increased parental satisfaction by maintaining open communication regarding camper health concerns and updates.
- Collaborated with camp counselors to implement appropriate accommodations for campers with special medical needs.
Admissions and Concessions Supervisor
Freedom Springs Aquactics Park
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Enhanced employee performance with thorough training and ongoing coaching on customer service and sales techniques.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety regulations for optimal food handling practices.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during shift changes, ensuring seamless handoff of responsibilities between team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2021
High School Diploma -
Greenwood Community High School
Greenwood, IN05.2017
Skills
- AHA BLS certified
- Quality patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hendricks Regional Health Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Oncology
St. Francis Hosptial
05.2021 - 09.2022
Patient Care Technician, Oncology
St. Francis Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2021
Camp Nurse
Girl Scouts Of America
05.2019 - 07.2019
Customer Service Associate
The Christmas Tree Shops
09.2017 - 03.2021
Admissions and Concessions Supervisor
Freedom Springs Aquactics Park
05.2016 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Indianapolis
High School Diploma -
Greenwood Community High School