Heather Olson
Registered Nurse
Florence,TX
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse offering over 14 years of experience in healthcare. Excellence in managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate palliative care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
District Nurse
Jarrell Independent School District
Jarrell, Texas
07.2021 - Current
- Conducted individualized patient assessment to report patient's immediate condition or needs.
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in nursing specialty.
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects in collaboration with provider.
- Conducted state mandated screenings and reporting.
- Provided therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care to patient.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Texas Home Health Care
Round Rock, Texas
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Performed telemetry monitoring of patients cardiac rhythms and properly recorded data.
- Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit
St. David's Georgetown Hospital
Georgetown, Texas
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. David's Georgetown Hospital
Georgetown, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Monitored patients during recovery and provided post-operative care.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medications per physician orders or good practices.
- Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
Round Rock, Texas
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Radiography Technologist/Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White
Georgetown, Texas
02.2009 - 09.2018
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Repaired and troubleshot radiologic equipment.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Austin, TX 03.2016 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ 01.2007 - 01.2009
Skills
Preventive health
At-risk patient care
Trauma recovery
Patient consultation
Acute care expertise
Well visit procedures
Women's health exams
EMR / EHR
Insulin medication assistance
Intravenous therapy
Chronic disease management
Oxygen saturation standards
Strong clinical judgment
Medication Administration
ICD-9 forms
Tracheostomy Care
Home care
Collecting vitals
Patient and family advocacy
Attention to Detail
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Organization and Time Management
Self-Motivated
Medical consultation
Infection Control
Infection control measures
Privacy and confidentiality
Patient Assessments
Family planning services education
ECG
Respiratory maintenance
Advanced Life Support
Neurological monitoring
Emergency room care
Wound Care
Timeline
District Nurse
Jarrell Independent School District
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Texas Home Health Care
12.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit
St. David's Georgetown Hospital
02.2020 - 02.2021
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. David's Georgetown Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
11.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
03.2016 - 12.2018
Radiography Technologist/Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White
02.2009 - 09.2018
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Pima Medical Institute
01.2007 - 01.2009