Heather Flood
Zanesville,OH
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative care and advocacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Altercare Zanesville
Zanesville, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge care.
- Coordinated resident assessments and care plans to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Assisted in training staff on MDS documentation requirements and best practices for accuracy.
Physician Substitute
Grifols Plasma Center
Zanesville, OH
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted patient assessments to ensure compliance with health standards and protocols.
- Assisted in plasma collection procedures, enhancing operational efficiency and patient comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately for medical records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to improve donor experience and retention strategies.
- Streamlined workflow processes to reduce wait times during donor screening activities.
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Cedar Hill Care Center
Zanesville, OH
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and rehabilitation strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Muskingum Univeristy
New Concord, OH2028
Diploma RN - Nursing
Mid-East Career Center
Zanesville, OH06-2022
LPN - Nursing
Mid-East Career Center
Zanesville, OH05-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Tracheostomy care
- Team coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Altercare Zanesville
08.2024 - Current
Physician Substitute
Grifols Plasma Center
05.2023 - 08.2024
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Cedar Hill Care Center
06.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Muskingum Univeristy
Diploma RN - Nursing
Mid-East Career Center
LPN - Nursing
Mid-East Career Center