Elvira Gladwill
Dayton,Nevada
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Sierra Basin Post Acute, excelling in patient care and safety protocols. Proven track record in reducing medication errors and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and team leadership. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal outcomes.
Compassionate Charge Nurse offers 4 years of patient care and advocacy within acute care units. Highly skilled in charting, managing patient intake and discharges and monitoring care plans. Well-versed in promoting policies and protocols to achieve core measures. Demonstrated success in cultivating strong patient rapport to drive outcome goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Charge nurse/RN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse/RN Floor Nurse
Sierra Basin Post Acute
08.2021 - Current
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough training sessions on new electronic health record systems.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques among staff, leading to improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism.
- Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV05-2021
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV05-2016
Skills
- Friendly and outgoing
- Patient care
- Safety and security procedures
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Team leadership
- Patient assessments
- Patient management
- Ethical practice
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient care standards
- Patient care planning
- Medication administration
- Quality improvement
- Licensed RN
- Health education
- Clinical instruction
- Staff training
- Discharge planning
- Patient assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Calm and composed
- Staff education
- Documenting observations
- Patient care assignment
- Nurse training
- Charting and documenting
- Nurse and CNA supervision
- Patient admitting
- Care and discharge planning
- Teamwork
- Dementia care
- CPR certification
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical care nursing
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving
- Basic life support
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Certification
Registered Nurse : License #842621 Basic Life Support Certified: TMCC NV03130, e-card #225418581480 Certified in Phlebotomy EMR proficient Bilingual Leadership experience
Certified in CNA
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Charge Nurse/RN Floor Nurse
Sierra Basin Post Acute
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Nevada College
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Western Nevada College