Florrie McCarthy
Braintree,MA
Summary
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 , known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
Milton, MA
10.2022 - Current
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse
Mass General Hospital
Boston, MA
06.1986 - 07.2022
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boston University
Boston, MA06-1986
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Discharge planning
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordination
- Setting up referrals
- Complex Problem-solving
- Nursing staff leadership
- Electronic health records management
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes management
- Nursing plan development
- Direct patient care
- Emergency response
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- EMR systems
- Staff supervision
- Acute care expertise
- Managing deadlines
Certification
CPR-BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mass General Hospital
06.1986 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boston University