Deborah Pearson
Cheektowaga
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
DOCCS
03.2013 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions to identify needs and prioritize interventions.
- 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 initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated patients on medications, lifestyle choices and treatment options, promoting informed decision-making.
RN
Medina Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting informed decision-making.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH06-1986
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Precepting
- Performing ekgs
- Lab result interpretation
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
Timeline
RN
DOCCS
03.2013 - Current
RN
Medina Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University