Debra McEntire

RN, Surgery Charge Nurse

Marion General Hospital

MARION, OH

5/3/2003 - Current

Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues, and information.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Summary

Overview

Work History

RN, Surgery Charge Nurse

Education

Nursing

Practical Nursing

Skills

Certification

Timeline

RN, Surgery Charge Nurse

Nursing

Practical Nursing

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