Heather Patton
Stigler,OK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in critical care environment. Proven to be able to skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently able to develop strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-Intensive Care Unit
McAlester Regional Health Center
07.2022 - Current
- Constant patient monitoring for integrated care, medication administration and constant medication monitoring
- Update patient, patient family, and physician on patient status
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to provide the best patient care
- Emergency medical procedures
- Prepare all necessary documentation.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and implementing evidence-based nursing interventions.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills to manage invasive lines, mechanical ventilation, and other critical care equipment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
RN
Complete Home Health
08.2021 - Current
- Start of patient care and establishing need for home care services
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans
- Ongoing patient care and case management monitoring
- Liaison between patient and physician services
- Establish and continued support for Therapy Services/ Skilled Nurse/Home Health Aide serving patient in home care setting.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisting in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
LPN Charge Nurse
Heritage Hills Living & Rehabilitation
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Habilitation Training Specialist
Kibois Community Action
02.2017 - 08.2020
- Enhanced clients'' daily living skills through personalized training and support.
- Promoted a safe, positive environment for individuals with disabilities by closely monitoring their progress and wellbeing.
- Improved client independence by developing and implementing individualized habilitation plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by consistently showing empathy, patience, and understanding during training sessions.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals by providing ongoing support, encouragement, and guidance.
Education
BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK12.2023
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton, OK05.2022
Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Kiamichi Technology Center
Stigler, OK05.2020
Associate of Science - Associate of Science-Allied Health
Carl Albert State College
Poteau, OK07.2018
Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts-Childhood Developement
Carl Albert State College
Poteau, OK07.2018
Medical Assisting - Certified Medical Assistant
Kiamichi Technology Center
Stigler, OK05.2012
Skills
- AHA BLS/ACLS/PALS
- Critical Care Experience
- Emergency Response
- Ventilator Management
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Intensive Care Unit Experience
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Cardiovascular Monitoring
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
Affiliations
- National Technical Honors Society
- HOSA
Hobbies and Interests
My personal interests includes building on my healthcare experience by researching ways to integrate new approaches to my daily practice, and improving ways to efficiently care for my patients. I enjoy farming, and live on a small farm where we raise beef cattle. I have a passion for bringing healthcare to underserved rural communities in Oklahoma.
Timeline
RN-Intensive Care Unit
McAlester Regional Health Center
07.2022 - Current
RN
Complete Home Health
08.2021 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Heritage Hills Living & Rehabilitation
08.2020 - 07.2022
Habilitation Training Specialist
Kibois Community Action
02.2017 - 08.2020
BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Kiamichi Technology Center
Associate of Science - Associate of Science-Allied Health
Carl Albert State College
Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts-Childhood Developement
Carl Albert State College
Medical Assisting - Certified Medical Assistant
Kiamichi Technology Center
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