Gayle Reed
Stanford,KY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at McDowell Regional Medical Center, recognized for strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and leadership. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and fostering compassionate relationships, ensuring high-quality care in diverse healthcare settings. Certified to teach TNCC and ENPC.
Overview
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Work History
Registered Nurse
McDowell Regional Medical Center
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures, policies, and best practices.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY05.1979
Skills
Nursing supervisor since 2007 at Fort Logan Hospital Managed employees advocate for patients
Strong clinical judgment
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Patient care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
Patient management
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Nursing staff leadership
Relationship building
Certification
ACLS
PALS
TNCC
ENPC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McDowell Regional Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Somerset Community College