Compassionate registered nurse with a strong appreciation for the significance of education and a diverse background in various nursing specialties. Excited to lead and coordinate educational initiatives for staff and fellow nurses at Cameron Hospital.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Bronson Battle Creek
01.2024 - Current
Primary nurse in the Special Care Nursery working with newborns requiring special care including late term preterm, hyperbilirubinemia, respiratory issues, and opioid withdrawal. (10/2001-3/2020 as a casual)
Provided care for the newborn at delivery through discharge
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Care of labor patients through delivery, recovery, PACU for cesarean sections and postpartum care
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Circulating RN for cesarean sections
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Care of triage patients for labor checks and emergent obstetrical complications
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Adjunct Instructor
EDUSTAFF/Glen Oaks Community College
09.2022 - Current
Managed clinical effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for 8 students.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with students and lead instructor regarding academic progress.
Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
Facilitated skill development through hands-on clinical training, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application.
Supervised students during clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures while promoting patient safety and quality care delivery.
RN
ProMedica Coldwater Regional Hospital
11.1985 - 01.2024
Primary nursing care of laboring patients which included interpretation of EFM, nursing care at delivery, recovery, PACU and postpartum period.
Care of antepartum and triage patients from admission to discharge.
Care of newborns at delivery, resuscitation of newborns, normal newborn care and care of ill newborns
Floated to Outpatient Surgery providing nursing care for pre and post operative patients.
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
Goshen, IN
04.2021
Associate of Applied Science -
Glen Oaks Community College
Centreville, MI
05.1986
Skills
Clinical judgment
Compassion and empathy
Dependable
Timely
Quality improvement
Policy Development
Previous NRP Instructor
Completed CEU application education with ProMedica
Branch County Independent Nurses Association President for over 20 years in charge of yearly education conference
Experience with CEU applications with Ohio Nurses Association
Submitted CEU applications and successfully received CEU's for multiple education programs
Licensed RN
Care planning
Patient management
Professional bedside manner
Patient evaluation
Certification
Registered Nurse License (RN) - Indiana and Michigan State Board of Nursing.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
STABLE
Electronic Fetal Monitoring
Timeline
RN
Bronson Battle Creek
01.2024 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
EDUSTAFF/Glen Oaks Community College
09.2022 - Current
RN
ProMedica Coldwater Regional Hospital
11.1985 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse License (RN) - Indiana and Michigan State Board of Nursing.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
STABLE
Electronic Fetal Monitoring
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
Associate of Applied Science -
Glen Oaks Community College
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