ELIZABETH MOLNAR
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with robust background in diverse clinical settings, including acute care, emergency, and intensive care units. Proven ability to adapt swiftly to various patient needs and deliver high-quality care. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and patient advocacy, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
The Baptist Home of Ozark
07.2024 - Current
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Planned and assigned workload 20-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Registered Nurse
Citizens Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed caseload of 8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Expanded professional knowledge and maintained licensure by participating in ongoing educational opportunities and conferences related to nursing practice.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Registered Nurse
CMH- Ash Grove Healthcare
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Magnolia Square Nursing and Rehab
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Copper Rock Health Care
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated daily clinical staffing and patient flow with an organized approach
- Kept up with certification and accreditation requirements through efficient paperwork management
- Tracked medication administration and frequently audited medication sheets
- Maintained the highest standards of care and environment focused on continuous professional development
- Updated staff, facility, and care records in different systems and software with timely changes
- Elevated quality of care through improved training for RNs, LPNs, and nursing aides
- Supervised the work of RNs caring for patients in a Skilled Nursing facility with 80 beds
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Nurse Intern
Citizens Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Learned and performed advanced procedures like insertion of IVs, urinary catheters, and wound changes by shadowing skilled nursing professionals
- Contributed to progressive ambulation goals with safe movements between wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds
- Enhanced outcomes by educating patients and loved ones about conditions, treatments, and at-home care
- Helped with diagnostic testing and regular evaluations by collecting specimens, tracking input and output and monitoring vitals
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical issues for immediate attention by the medical team.
Receptionist
The Manor at Elfindale
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Greeted incoming guests and directed individuals to appropriate personnel
- Directed numerous calls per day to appropriate recipients using multi-line system
- Recorded inquiries, complaints and comments as well as action taken
- Treated visitors with friendly, approachable attitude
- Sorted and distributed incoming mail and coordinated pickups for outgoing parcels
- Routed messages, coordinated appointments and directed personnel to various departments
- Answered questions regarding company pricing and policies
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Neighborhood Of Quail Creek
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Transferred patients between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations
- Used initiative to respond quickly in emergency situations
- Monitored patient conditions and reported problems to nursing staff
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans
- Documented care actions, vitals and orders in company software
- Recorded patient heart rate, pulse and blood pressure
- Kept rooms clean and ready to meet individual needs
- Offered support, companionship and stimulation with conversation and recreation
- Assisted with activities of daily living to improve patient quality of life
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bolivar Community College
Bolivar, MO05-2023
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Endotracheal intubation
Timeline
Director of Nursing
The Baptist Home of Ozark
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
CMH- Ash Grove Healthcare
05.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Magnolia Square Nursing and Rehab
03.2024 - 05.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing
Copper Rock Health Care
12.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Citizens Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2023
Nurse Intern
Citizens Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
Receptionist
The Manor at Elfindale
08.2021 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Neighborhood Of Quail Creek
01.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bolivar Community College
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