HEATHER A. RUDY
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated RN, excelling in clinical supervision and care coordination. Proven ability to train and mentor staff while delivering exceptional patient care. Skilled in crisis intervention and clinical assessment, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for diverse patient populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
IHSS Case Manager/Nurse Clinical Supervisor
Aveanna Healthcare
Aurora
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided ongoing supervision, orientation, training, education, and evaluation of clinical field staff
- Assumed responsibility in coordinating care to assigned clients
- Established a goal-directed care plan from admission to discharge which included a comprehensive ongoing assessment of clients’ needs
- Performed on site supervisory visits to assess client, family, environment, and clinical care givers and complete follow-up documentation
STAFF RN, ECT
Medical Center of Aurora
Aurora
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Provided respiratory support utilizing bag and mask intra-operatively for ECT patients
- Started and maintained IVs, 5 lead EKG, EEG monitoring for all assigned patients
- Monitored patients post-ECT, observing cardiac rhythms and providing oxygen support through NC or mask
STAFF/CHARGE RN GERIATRIC, ADOLESCENT & ADULT PSYCH UNITS
MC of A
CO
03.2019 - 12.2023
- Adaptable and flexible staff nurse on the adult behavioral health unit provided medications, education, & support for up to 10 patients
- Completed psychosocial and daily shift assessments, maintaining thorough & timely documentation into Meditech
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, sustaining excellent communication during periods of escalation
- Assumed leadership role as Charge RN over nurses, behavioral health technicians, delegating tasks with efficient communication
TRAVEL/FLOAT RN, INTENSIVE PSYCH UNITS
Medical Solutions/Children's Hospital
Aurora
08.2015 - 11.2018
- Adaptable and flexible staff nurse and charge nurse on the ADOLESCENT PROGRAMMING, CHILD PROGRAMMING, NEUROPSYCH SPECIAL CARE, & EATING DISORDER UNITS, provided medications, education, & support for up to 10 patients
- Completed psychosocial & physical admission and daily shift assessments, maintaining thorough & timely documentation into Epic
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, sustaining excellent communication during periods of escalation
- Assumed leadership role over mental health counselors, delegating tasks with efficient communication
STAFF RN II, ADULT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH UNIT
Vidant Medical Center
Greenville
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Cared for 6+ patients on the ADULT PSYCH & MEDICAL PSYCH (Geriatric Psych) UNITS, giving scheduled medications, swiftly acting in escalated situations
- Formulated and followed the Individual Treatment Plan, maintaining concise documentation
- Routine & emergency medication administration to patients with acute mental health concerns and escalated patients
STAFF RN II, TELEMETRY MED/SURG, INTERMEDIATE UNIT
Vidant Medical Center
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Offered bedside care, treatment, and electronic clinical documentation for 5+ patients per day with cardiac, medical-surgical, diabetes, renal, and infectious diseases
- Delivered direct, quality patient care under the supervision of the charge nurse and unit Nurse manager
- Monitored patients and communicated relevant clinical findings to appropriate members of the healthcare team
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver School of Nursing
01.2012
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Training and mentorship
- Multitasking and organization
- Direct patient care
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Clinical supervision
- Behavioral health support
- Crisis intervention
- Effective communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IHSS Case Manager/Nurse Clinical Supervisor
Aveanna Healthcare
10.2023 - 06.2025
STAFF RN, ECT
Medical Center of Aurora
08.2020 - 12.2023
STAFF/CHARGE RN GERIATRIC, ADOLESCENT & ADULT PSYCH UNITS
MC of A
03.2019 - 12.2023
TRAVEL/FLOAT RN, INTENSIVE PSYCH UNITS
Medical Solutions/Children's Hospital
08.2015 - 11.2018
STAFF RN II, ADULT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH UNIT
Vidant Medical Center
10.2014 - 08.2015
STAFF RN II, TELEMETRY MED/SURG, INTERMEDIATE UNIT
Vidant Medical Center
10.2012 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver School of Nursing
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