Heather McCann
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Experienced RN skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in emergency care, intermediate care, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Chesapeake Regional Hospital
Chesapeake, VA
10.2023 - Current
- Administered emergency care to patients in fast-paced department, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for timely medical responses.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and post-discharge care instructions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency procedures and best practices.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
RN
Westminster Canterbury
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations to identify patient needs and monitor progress.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving safety protocols within the healthcare environment.
RN, Intermediate Care Unit
Sentara
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2017 - 06.2022
- Administered patient medications and monitored vital signs in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and discharge instructions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring seamless transitions of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medical treatments, and self-care management strategies for successful recovery.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
10-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA11-2017
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- IV setup
- Patient monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 2010-2018
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Chesapeake Regional Hospital
10.2023 - Current
RN
Westminster Canterbury
08.2022 - 09.2023
RN, Intermediate Care Unit
Sentara
11.2017 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University