Evelyn Chambers
Dickson,TN
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
As a critical care hospital, the nurse had to be proficient in both emergency room and medical floor bedside nursing. Participated in the GI clinic with Dr. Srikar Reddy, MD for colonoscopies and EGD procedures for 3 years.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room, Med/Surg, Pre/Post Procedure Nurse
Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital
07.2012 - Current
- GI Clinic
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field for procedures
- Placed IV's for medications
- Monitored recovering patients
- Performed discharge and patient education prior to discharge
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols
- Administered medications safely while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Medical Floor
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Managed wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection
- Implemented and maintained fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Emergency Department
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses joining our team
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations with proper technique and in adherence to infection control standards
- Provided health education to patients and their families in regard to discharge instructions.
- Performed emergency medical interventions such as BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes
- As Charge Nurse
- Collaboration through communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit and the ER, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Led shift handover meetings communicating critical information about each patient for continuity of care
- Mentored newly hired nurses to ensure seamless integration onto team
- Managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills
Welder/Factory Production Worker
Nashville Wire Products
03.1996 - 03.2004
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Cashier
Western Sizzlin Steak House And Buffet
03.1992 - 08.1996
- *Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- *Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- *Maintained balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at end of each shift.
- *Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- *Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN04.2011
High School Diploma -
Dickson County High School
Dickson, TN06.1993
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- IV Setup
- Medical Evaluation
- Collecting Vitals
- Physical Assessments
- Chest Pain Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Emergency Response
- Chart Updating
- Data Collection
- Precepting
- Wound Care
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Infection Control
- Family Education
- Surgical Care
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Licensed RN
- Emergency Care
- Licensed by TN Nursing Board
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV Administration
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
MOAB (management of aggressive behavior)
Timeline
Emergency Room, Med/Surg, Pre/Post Procedure Nurse
Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital
07.2012 - Current
Welder/Factory Production Worker
Nashville Wire Products
03.1996 - 03.2004
Cashier
Western Sizzlin Steak House And Buffet
03.1992 - 08.1996
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbia State Community College
High School Diploma -
Dickson County High School
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