Fred Parks, RN
Ocoee,FL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Florida Hospital Winter Park, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through effective care planning and compassionate patient advocacy. Proficient in medication administration and patient education, I leverage strong clinical judgment to deliver exceptional care and support to diverse populations, ensuring safety and satisfaction in all interactions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Global Microsurgical Centet
04.2018 - Current
- 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.
Registered Nurse
CareRev
12.2018 - 08.2022
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Armed Security Officer
Various Security Companies
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Enforced company policies and procedures consistently across various sites while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Demonstrated sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions regarding site safety and threat mitigation measures.
- Interim employment while taking break from nursing.
Registered Nurse
Orange County Government
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided health care to inmates. Administered medications and evaluate physical and mental conditions.
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital Winter Park
10.2006 - 08.2015
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN06-1995
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12-1991
Bachelor of Science - Vocational-Technical Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12-1981
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CareRev
12.2018 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Global Microsurgical Centet
04.2018 - Current
Armed Security Officer
Various Security Companies
06.2016 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse
Orange County Government
12.2015 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital Winter Park
10.2006 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Public Administration
Middle Tennessee State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Vocational-Technical Education
Middle Tennessee State University
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