Deborah Shih
Cicero,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Crouse Health, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and strong clinical judgment. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal support for patients and their families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
Syracuse, NY
07.2012 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health promotion.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in clinical settings.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Crouse Nursing School
Syracuse 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Cicero North Syracuse
Cicero, NY06.2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
07.2012 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Crouse Nursing School
High School Diploma -
Cicero North Syracuse