Gina Burroughs
Clifton Park,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at EllisMedicine, excelling in medication administration and direct patient care. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and compassionate care. Skilled in patient assessments and crisis intervention, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes safety and quality in healthcare delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
EllisMedicine
10.2015 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with established protocols and patient safety guidelines.
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize health outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses, sharing best practices to enhance clinical skills and improve team performance.
- Implemented process improvements in patient documentation, enhancing accuracy and efficiency of record-keeping systems.
- Evaluated patient conditions, utilizing assessment tools to determine appropriate interventions and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Facilitated staff training sessions on new healthcare technologies, promoting adoption and effective use across departments.
- Managed complex case loads, prioritizing tasks to achieve timely interventions and support optimal recovery for patients.
- Conducted quality assurance audits, identifying areas for improvement in care delivery and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Nursing
American Sentinel University
Denver, CO01-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Albany Memorial Hospital
Albany12-2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to my patients in Labor
Timeline
Registered Nurse
EllisMedicine
10.2015 - Current
Nursing
American Sentinel University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Albany Memorial Hospital
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