Heather Worden
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with extensive experience in patient care and clinical assessment. Proven leadership in mentoring new nurses and developing policies that enhance patient safety and workflow. Committed to fostering collaboration among healthcare teams to improve treatment outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Flex Nurse Leader
PeaceHealth
Vancouver, WA
04.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented nursing policies to improve workflow and patient safety.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
- Mentored new nurses on best practices and clinical skill enhancement.
- Conducted performance reviews for nursing staff, providing actionable feedback.
- Developed educational materials for nurses on current standards of practice to support ongoing professional development.
- Fostered interdepartmental collaboration to improve patient care quality through shared strategies and insights.
- Implemented effective processes for inpatient care, resulting in attainment of departmental objectives.
RN
Surgical Specialty RN
Longview, WA
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in medical-surgical unit, managing patient load of 1:5 during 12-16h shifts; BLS, CPR, ACLS & PALS Certified.
RN
Ray-Hickey Hospice House
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Executed diverse clinical rotations during final practicum at Ray-Hickey Hospice House, gaining hands-on experience in patient care.
- Provided direct patient care in surgical specialty settings.
- Assisted with preoperative assessments and postoperative recovery plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient treatment.
Lead Paramedic
American Medical Response & North Country EMS
Clark & Cowlitz Counties
01.2001 - 01.2012
- Lead medic in Rural and Urban settings. Developed bike-mobile EMS response program in Clark County. Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. Contributor to Clark County EMS Protocol development/implementation. Preceptor throughout.
- One of the first Critical Care Transport Paramedics--this program was initiated in Clark County for interfaculty transports previously requiring an accompanying RN.
- Early adopter in Quality Improvement Initiatives!
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Clark College
Vancouver, WA01-2017
Associate Degree - Fire Science
Portland Community College
Portland, OR01-2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2026
Skills
- Clinical Assessment & Care Planning
- Palliative/Hospice Care
- Treatment Coordination & Planning
- Extensive Thorough Medical Documentation
- Emergency Response (Pre-Hospital)
- Quality Improvement
- Policy Development/Implementation
- Epic EHR Management
- Team Collaboration
- Performance feedback
- Culturally Sensitive
- Trauma Informed
- Emergency Preparedness Coordination
- Precepting & Training
Personal Information
Marital Status: Married, family planning complete.
Certification
Registered Nurse Washington State License 60824822
HEALTH INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
- Lead Paramedic of ALS 911 Response Ambulance for 12yrs
- Cardiac Monitor Technician--Cardiac Care Unit & Emergency Department
Accomplishments
- Graduate of Distinction (Cohort 127 Clark College Nursing Program)
Timeline
RN
Surgical Specialty RN
05.2018 - 04.2019
Flex Nurse Leader
PeaceHealth
04.2018 - Current
RN
Ray-Hickey Hospice House
01.2015 - 01.2017
Lead Paramedic
American Medical Response & North Country EMS
01.2001 - 01.2012
Associate Degree - Nursing
Clark College
Associate Degree - Fire Science
Portland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University