Heather Chandler
Cedartown,GA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specialized in Medical-Surgical Units, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and post-operative care management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless collaboration with healthcare teams. Compassionate Registered Nurse with focus on Medical-Surgical Unit. Background includes patient care coordination, post-surgery recovery and discharge planning. Strengths include critical thinking, time management and communication skills. Made significant impact in previous roles by improving patient satisfaction and streamlining workflow processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Atrium Health Floyd
Rome, GA
06.2015 - Current
- Counseled patients regarding health maintenance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care skills related to their diagnosis.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services including medications given and response to treatments.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing pain or stress due to illness or hospitalization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Monitored trends in patient progress over time using various tools such as flow sheets or charting systems.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Served as an advocate for patients by promoting their rights and protecting them from abuse or neglect.
- Provided leadership during emergencies or critical situations.
- Evaluated patient progress, identified potential problems, and recommended interventions for improvement.
- Monitored supplies inventory levels, ordered necessary items when needed.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GA05-2015
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Student Precepting
- Patient Examination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Trauma recovery
- Documentation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medication and IV administration
- Decision-Making
- Professional Demeanor
- Analytical Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Critical Thinking
- Diet and Nutrition
- Catheter monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- IV drug therapy management
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Training staff
- Patient Education
Affiliations
- Reading
- mother of 3 girls, a bonus daughter, and soon to have 1 son
- shopping
Accomplishments
- many WOW cards over the last 9 years
- a handful of Daisy Award nominations
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Atrium Health Floyd
06.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
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