Deborah Wasson
Registered Nurse
Peabody,MA
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified NICU RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 35+ year record in field. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical Center One Boston Center Place
Boston, MA
06/05/87 - 03/30/20
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Registered Nurse
Anna Jaques Hospital
Newburyport, MA
05/18/21 - 08/31/23
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Education
Nursing Diploma
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, SON/ Regis College
Medford, MA05-1987
Skills
- Data Collection
- Emergency Response
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
- Medical Assessment
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Supply Restocking
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Critical Care
- Chart Updating
- Infectious Disease Control
- Documenting Vitals
- Patient Discharge
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Care Planning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Neonatal Nursing
- Ventilator Care
- Managing Deadlines
- Newborn Education
- Family and Patient Support
- Flow Sheet Charting
- Emotional Awareness
- Immunization Skills
- HIPAA Education
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Team Coordination
- Patient Evaluation
- Neonatal ICU Procedures
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Tracheostomy Care
- Seizure Management
- Compassion and Empathy
- Taking Vitals
- Emergency Care
- SBAR Communication
- Infant CPR Certified
- Nursing Plan Development
- Physical Assessments
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- BAC Screening/Drug Screen Collection
- Procedure Preparations
- Patient Care
- IV Setup
- Intake and Discharge
- IV and Venipuncture Certified
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Evaluations
Affiliations
- Dog walker at Lynn Woods, Lynn, Ma
- Hiking
- Gym
Certification
- Nursing license state of Massachusetts expires 9/24
- NRP expires 6/25
- BLS expires 6/23
- Completed STABLE 11/2018
- Completed Vapotherm training 8/21
Organization
- Friends of Lynn Woods, Lynn, Ma
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical Center One Boston Center Place
06/05/87 - 03/30/20
Registered Nurse
Anna Jaques Hospital
05/18/21 - 08/31/23
Nursing Diploma
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, SON/ Regis College
- Nursing license state of Massachusetts expires 9/24
- NRP expires 6/25
- BLS expires 6/23
- Completed STABLE 11/2018
- Completed Vapotherm training 8/21
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