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Don Burchett

Fort Smith,AR

Summary

Skilled and dedicated nurse with proficiency in a wide range of medical and communication skills demonstrated by 13 years of experience in healthcare. ACLS, BLS Certification. Management and leadership Communications Medication Administration Blood Draws EKG Wound Care Discharge Planning Time Management Organizational Skills Organizational

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Registered Nurse Pre-Operative

Conway Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities by mentoring new nurses on best practices for perioperative care and serving as a go-to resource for colleagues seeking guidance or input on challenging cases.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical unit, collaborating closely with fellow nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
  • Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.

LPN

Mercy Health And Rehabilitation Center
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

ICU RN

Conway Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
  • Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
  • Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
  • Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.

Registered Nurse

Mercy Health And Rehab
01.2022 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

LPN

Encompass Health And Rehab
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.

Emergency Room Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Fort Smith AR
02.2009 - 06.2019
  • Regularly worked the night shift as part of rotating schedule, quickly adapting to different duties
  • Made patient rounds every hour for up to [how many] patients, focusing on health,safety, and comfort
  • Analyze situations quickly and determine proper course of action
  • Listen to patient and coordinate with nurse so they can plan from E.R
  • Accordingly
  • Assist with personal hygiene maintenance, including bathing and showering
  • Carried out day-to-day duties, such as emptying bedpans, cleaning soiled sheets, and bathing and feeding patients

Parts Specialist

Van Keppel • Van Buren
04.2006 - 12.2008
  • Maintain clean, organized warehouse for maximized efficiency
  • Track all merchandise shipments and update logs accordingly
  • Ensure a safe, clean working environment
  • Manage inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed
  • Operate heavy machinery, including forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Reload tech

UPS • Fort Smith
01.2005 - 01.2006

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Arkansas Tech University
Ozark
05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Arkansas Tech University
Ozark, Ar
05.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Carl Albert State College
Poteau, OK

General Studies

UAFS
Fort Smith, AR

Skills

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • Patient Care Prioritization
  • Patient Assessments
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Medical Records Management
  • Wound Care
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • EMR Systems
  • Transcribing Orders
  • Duty Delegation
  • Patient Counseling and Support
  • Preoperative care

Accomplishments

    Several years experience and knowledge in the health care field. LPN to RN

Timeline

Surgical Registered Nurse Pre-Operative

Conway Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - Current

ICU RN

Conway Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 03.2024

LPN

Mercy Health And Rehabilitation Center
01.2022 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse

Mercy Health And Rehab
01.2022 - 08.2023

LPN

Encompass Health And Rehab
08.2019 - 01.2022

Emergency Room Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Fort Smith AR
02.2009 - 06.2019

Parts Specialist

Van Keppel • Van Buren
04.2006 - 12.2008

UPS • Fort Smith
01.2005 - 01.2006

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Arkansas Tech University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Arkansas Tech University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Carl Albert State College

General Studies

UAFS

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