Heather Hynes
Lexington
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at St. Joseph Hospital as a staff RN and float RN, excelling in critical care and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and holistic care. Skilled in medication administration and infection control, ensuring safety and well-being in diverse clinical settings. Committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital And Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Maintained competency in diverse clinical settings by regularly floating between units, adapting quickly to unique patient populations and environments.
- Prevented complications through early identification of potential issues and prompt intervention when necessary.
- Preserved confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations while managing sensitive patient information in both written and verbal communications.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate communication, active listening, and personalized care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
CNA
Nurses Registry And Home Health
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Springfield12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maysville Community And Technical College
Mount Sterling, KY04-2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- IV insertion with or without ultrasound
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Infection control
- Documentation and charting
- Wound care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- Taking vitals
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital And Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
06.2020 - 08.2021
CNA
Nurses Registry And Home Health
01.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maysville Community And Technical College
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