Gretchen Griller
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Familiar with care planning and advocating for complete patient care needs Successful in providing accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lubbock Family Medicine
Lubbock, TX
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care plans for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients on proper self-care techniques at home .
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans with administration and physicians
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations and HIPPA related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment/ care plans of patient responses.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing/ physician process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, health progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before education patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Registered Nurse
Grace Clinic
Lubbock, TX
01.2014 - 03.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses through monthly care plans and advocating for the patient
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care plans for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital and making follow up appointments with their primary physician .
- Participated in monthly staff team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services. Followed HIPPA guidelines for patient privacy
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes, and document the outcomes and keep the physician informed of patient response
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Coordinated hospital discharge planning, including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of patient's care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Educated patient's and family on medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history for newly recruited patients on Chronic Care Management
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before educating to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Plains College
Levelland, TX05-1993
Skills
- Care Planning (developing, implementing, and monitoring)
- Recruiting new patients for chronic care management
- Monitoring patient care
- Advocating for the patients' needs and concerns with the physician
- Educate patients and their families on best practices for a positive outcome
- Educating staff members on best patient practices
- Monthly staff meetings address monthly goals, outcomes, expectations, and education
- Following Providence's mission statement and goals
- Maintaining HIPAA compliance, and monitoring staff
- Work in collaboration with other clinical areas to provide care for patients
Accomplishments
- Dignity Award 1988
- Providence Presidents List 2022 and 2023
- Prestigious Leadership Award ( Providence) 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lubbock Family Medicine
06.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Grace Clinic
01.2014 - 03.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Plains College
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