Heather GRISSETT
ANDALUSIA
Summary
Registered Nurse with critical care expertise at UAB Medicine, skilled in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to deliver high-quality care to patients with diverse surgical histories through effective nursing processes. Experienced in training new nursing staff and fostering a collaborative environment to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to providing evidence-based, therapeutic care with a focus on patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Step Down
UAB Medicine
Birmingham
02.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Registered Nurse Medical Step Down Unit
Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Andalusia Health
Andalusia
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing expert care and life-saving interventions.
- Administered inhalation and intravenous anesthetics during patient procedures.
- Monitored and documented daily patient progress, ensuring thorough assessments.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation with precision and effectiveness.
- Prioritized workloads based on urgency to guarantee timely task completion.
- Conducted vital signs monitoring to detect changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests for effective condition assessment.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures as required.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
Dothan
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored behaviors, updating supervising physicians on observations and concerns.
- Calculated and administered IV, oral, and subcutaneous medications while monitoring for adverse side effects.
- Monitored EKG rhythms, responding to arrhythmias using ACLS protocols.
- Administered local, inhalation, or intravenous anesthetics during procedures.
- Ensured compliance with hospital safety regulations, particularly infection control practices.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on telemetry patients, obtaining vital signs and collecting relevant data.
- Educated patients and families on managing illnesses, focusing on post-treatment care and medication self-administration.
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines for medical telemetry nursing care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Prioritized workloads based on urgency, ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Specialized in delivering continuous nursing care for acute trauma patients with multiple injuries.
- Interpreted diagnostic tests to evaluate and assess patient conditions effectively.
- Facilitated comfort for patients and families during stressful situations, promoting recovery.
- Prepared medical equipment for physicians during examinations and treatments.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing life-saving interventions with expertise.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and communicated concerns to supervising physicians.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Andalusia Health
Andalusia
11.2014 - 08.2022
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent infection spread within ICU.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures when necessary.
- Provided patients and caregivers with clear information on care and medications.
- Monitored patients regularly to assess treatment progress and identify emergency needs.
- Evaluated vital signs and laboratory data to determine patient needs and initiate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for ICU patients.
- Participated in clinical rounds, offering nursing insights to guide patient care decisions.
- Operated and maintained life support systems and medical equipment with precision.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mizell Memorial Hospital
Opp
06.2012 - 11.2014
- Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous observation and acute trauma management.
- Facilitated comfort for patients and families during challenging situations to enhance recovery.
- Interpreted diagnostic tests to evaluate and assess patient conditions accurately.
- Prioritized workloads based on urgency to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Monitored patient behaviors, assessed conditions, and communicated updates to supervising physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Opp, AL05-2016
LPN
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Opp, AL06-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Patient care planning
- Infection control
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Communication skills
- Treatment planning
- Nursing plan development
- Critical care nursing
- Decision making
- Patient monitoring
- Allergic reaction management
- Stroke care management
- Licensed RN status
- Ventilator support and care
- Diabetes management
- Critical care expertise
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Nursing performance evaluation
- Wound care management
- Gastrostomy button experience
- IV management and setup
- Reporting and documentation skills
- G-tube care and maintenance
- Medical assessment proficiency
- Time management skills
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Step Down
UAB Medicine
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Medical Step Down Unit
Ochsner Medical Center
11.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Andalusia Health
07.2024 - 10.2024
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
12.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 11.2022
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Andalusia Health
11.2014 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mizell Memorial Hospital
06.2012 - 11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
LPN
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
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