Gracie MacDonald
San Jose,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 3 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with telemetry, med-surg, and orthopedics specialty. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry RN
AMN Healthcare
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical/telemetry unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post-hospitalization
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Enhanced patient care by providing continuous monitoring and assessment of telemetry patients.
- Contributed to a reduction in medical complications through close observation of cardiac patterns and vital signs.
Telemetry RN
NCH Baker Hospital Downtown
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Enhanced patient care by providing continuous monitoring and assessment of telemetry patients.
- Contributed to a reduction in medical complications through close observation of cardiac patterns and vital signs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of telemetry data, ensuring timely communication with healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on telemetry procedures and equipment, promoting understanding and compliance.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Participated in the development and implementation of personalized care plans for telemetry patients, leading to enhanced recovery rates.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing and assessments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Ensured proper functioning of telemetry equipment through routine inspection, calibration, and maintenance activities.
- Effectively communicated information regarding patient status changes or concerning findings to physicians promptly, facilitating timely interventions.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by assisting with admissions, discharges, transfers, and room assignment processes within the telemetry unit.
- Supported clinical decision-making by accurately interpreting complex EKG data as part of the patient evaluation process.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care using evidence-based practices while maintaining strict adherence to established protocols within the telemetry setting.
- Promoted a safe environment for staff and patients alike by adhering to infection control policies and reporting potential safety hazards promptly.
- Fostered a team-oriented atmosphere by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing knowledge and skills with colleagues, and assisting with training new telemetry RNs.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring optimal care delivery and addressing any concerns or potential barriers to recovery.
- Recognized and responded to emergency situations promptly, initiating appropriate interventions as per established guidelines within the telemetry setting.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by effectively prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities when necessary, and completing all required documentation in a timely manner.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities, remaining current on best practices for telemetry nursing care.
- Overall these statements highlight the individual''s expertise in providing high-quality nursing care within the context of a telemetry RN role while showcasing their ability to achieve quantifiable results through effective collaboration, communication, and adherence to established protocols.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive education on medications, procedures, and lifestyle modifications.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff and physicians, ensuring timely intervention for urgent issues.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care from ICU to telemetry unit by coordinating necessary equipment, resources, and personnel.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through attentive listening, empathetic support, and timely addressing of concerns.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by conducting thorough discharge planning and follow-up assessments.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the unit by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and collaborating with fellow nurses during peak periods of activity.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the telemetry unit by actively participating in quality assurance initiatives and process improvement projects.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through ongoing participation in continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences related to telemetry nursing best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing expert knowledge on cardiac monitoring techniques, medication administration protocols, and evidence-based interventions for common conditions seen in telemetry units.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the telemetry unit through active participation in daily huddles, shift handoffs, and collaborative problem-solving sessions.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of evidence-based policies and procedures within the telemetry unit, ensuring adherence to national standards of care.
- Managed complex patient caseloads with varying acuity levels, effectively prioritizing care needs and allocating resources as necessary.
- Ensured patient safety through vigilance in infection control practices, falls prevention strategies, and medication administration protocols.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive electronic health records for all patients under care, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team members and continuity of care across shifts.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Urology Nurse
NCH
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the urology department, resulting in improved workflow efficiency and consistency of care delivery.
- Supported clinical research initiatives in the field of urology, advancing knowledge and improving patient outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions for managing urinary incontinence, enhancing patient quality of life.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Implemented catheter insertion
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Assisted physicians in performing urologic procedures, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with genitourinary symptoms, enabling accurate diagnoses and prompt treatment plans.
- Performed regular audits of the urology department''s clinical documentation to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive urology care and education.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse /Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
NCH Baker Hospital Downtown
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing individualized care plans for orthopedic patients.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, including medication administration, wound care, and rehabilitation exercises.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult recoveries from orthopedic surgeries or injuries.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and emerging trends in orthopedic nursing.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Ensured quality patient care through accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress notes in electronic medical records.
- Educated patients and families on managing post-treatment home care needs and medication administration.
- Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when assessing patients'' needs, implementing appropriate interventions, and evaluating the outcomes.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff by adhering to infection control standards during all aspects of patient care delivery.
- Streamlined discharge process by coordinating home health services and follow-up appointments for continued orthopedic care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Advocated for the unique needs of each patient within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and respected in treatment planning.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
CNA
NCH Baker Hospital Downtown
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Waitress
Joeys Pizza And Pasta
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Checked customers' IDs to verify age in compliance with minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
- Contributed to the restaurant''s positive reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service and building rapport with regular patrons.
- Contributed to increased sales by promoting daily specials and making personalized menu recommendations.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Boosted restaurant revenue by upselling appetizers, desserts, and beverages along with entrees.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Promoted specials or upsold items effectively, increasing average check size and boosting overall sales revenue.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure special requests or dietary restrictions were accurately communicated and accommodated for guests.
- Reduced wait times for seating by efficiently clearing tables immediately after guests'' departure.
- Handled customer complaints diplomatically, working towards satisfactory solutions that ultimately retained loyal clientele.
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL12.2020
Skills
Patient Examination
Basic Life Support
Procedure Assistance
Compassionate Care
Diagnostic Test Ordering
Certified in CPR/AED
Nursing Performance Assessment
Cardiac monitors
Compassionate and Caring
Insulin medication assistance
Care Coordination
Strong Clinical Judgment
Test Interpretations
Critical Thinking
Certification
ACLS Certication
Timeline
Telemetry RN
AMN Healthcare
02.2023 - 02.2024
Telemetry Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
11.2022 - 12.2022
Telemetry RN
NCH Baker Hospital Downtown
04.2022 - 02.2023
Urology Nurse
NCH
01.2022 - 04.2022
Orthopedics Registered Nurse /Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
NCH Baker Hospital Downtown
03.2021 - 01.2022
CNA
NCH Baker Hospital Downtown
05.2020 - 03.2021
Waitress
Joeys Pizza And Pasta
01.2018 - 01.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
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