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.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Intrepid , Now Centerwell Home Health
Murray, KY
10.1991 - Current
Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
LPN Office Nurse
Primary Care Medical Center
Murray, KY
07.1988 - 09.1991
Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
Measured average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure each day.
Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
Registered Nurse, Clinical Manager at Kindred At Home/Centerwell Home HealthRegistered Nurse, Clinical Manager at Kindred At Home/Centerwell Home Health