Elizabeth Fox
Prattville,AL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with 35 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Geriatric, ER, Medical and Surgery specialty.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
State of Alabama Department Public Health
12.2013 - Current
- Conducts 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provide required health and safety using the approved lesson plans and utilizing the program policy and procedure manual for guidance.
- Communicate with program management staff and provider staff regarding schedule changes and documentation maintained.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Washington County Hospital & Nursing Home
05.2009 - 09.2013
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Managed 10-14 nurses and nursing activities in 95-bed nursing home by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Alabama Department of Human Resources/Public Healt
10.2006 - 08.2009
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration through regular meetings and information-sharing sessions with members from various departments involved in patient care.
- Teach Health and Safety Courses,CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration,Sudden Infant Death, Infection Control Prevention, Building Safety, Emergency Preparedness, Transportation Safety, Child Abuse and Neglect.
- Mentored new nursing staff in care coordination roles, providing guidance and support for professional growth.
- Educated staff members on best practices in managing complex medical cases, contributing to the overall skillset of the team.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of care coordination efforts within the organization.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures related to care coordination practices.
- Collaborate with other quality contractors, Early Head Start, and other community partners. to meet the needs of other child care agencies.
- Covered five counties in the state of Alabama to meet the needs of other community Child Care Providers.
- Accurately input all assigned data into database and security portal computer system.
- Provided training to accommodate providers that needed evening, afternoon and Saturday classes
School Nurse Coordinator
Jackson Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2006
- Trained faculty and staff on emergency response procedures, increasing preparedness for potential medical situations.
- Enhanced overall campus safety by participating in emergency planning committees and coordinating efforts with local authorities.
- Evaluated and refined health policies and procedures to ensure alignment with state regulations and best practices in school nursing.
- Led professional development trainings on topics related to student health and safety, equipping educators with valuable skills and knowledge.
- Developed educational materials on various health topics for distribution throughout the school community, raising awareness of important issues.
- Reduced absenteeism rates by promptly addressing health concerns and providing preventive care to students.
- Managed immunization compliance efforts, maintaining accurate records and ensuring adherence to state requirements.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs, ensuring proper support in the learning environment.
- Provided compassionate care to sick or injured students while maintaining detailed records of all visits to the nurse''s office.
- Organized annual health fairs, offering students an opportunity to learn about wellness resources within the community.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Offered counseling and referrals to provide comprehensive mental health support.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting vision and hearing evaluations.
Home Health Nurse
Clarke County Home Health
11.1992 - 08.1999
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Managed patient medical records accurately and confidentially, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
- Developed and implemented discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV therapy administration, tracheostomy care maintenance under physician supervision when required.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Jackson Medical Center
01.1991 - 11.1992
- 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.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Huntsville Hospital System
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Managed caseload of 8-10 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Utilized computer and medi-cart to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MS05.1987
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- IV setup and Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Instructor
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Emergency Procedures
- Geriatric Nursing
- Removing sutures
Additional Information
I am a mother of four children, a grandmother of eight children. I enjoy sports, gardening, fishing and going to church.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
State of Alabama Department Public Health
12.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Washington County Hospital & Nursing Home
05.2009 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Alabama Department of Human Resources/Public Healt
10.2006 - 08.2009
School Nurse Coordinator
Jackson Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2006
Home Health Nurse
Clarke County Home Health
11.1992 - 08.1999
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Jackson Medical Center
01.1991 - 11.1992
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Huntsville Hospital System
01.1989 - 01.1991
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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