Hilary Gilbert
Bloomsburg,PA
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with a robust background in direct patient care and staff leadership. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment plans and improve patient outcomes across various healthcare environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Commonwealth of PA
Danville, PA
09.2024 - Current
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance in the application of evidence-based practices in the psychiatric setting.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
Registered Nurse
Genie Healthcare
Delta, CO
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence to medical advice.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation and patient information management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
Corrections RN, Travel
NaphCare
Grand Junction, CO
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Golden Living Centers
Camp Hill, PA
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Oversaw daily nursing operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline processes, enhancing interdisciplinary communication and patient outcomes.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Monitored patient care plans, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established protocols for optimal recovery.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing procedures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
Travel Registered Nurse
SOS Healthcare Staffing
Fort Collins, CO
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in diverse healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
Registered Nurse
Lifecare Hospital
Mechanicsburg, PA
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize nursing interventions effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Administered advanced life support and critical care interventions in high-stress environments.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Holy Spirit Hospital
Camp Hill, PA
10.2011 - 03.2013
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Performed invasive procedures such as central line insertions or arterial catheter placements with precision and confidence when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA12-2011
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Commonwealth of PA
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Genie Healthcare
09.2022 - 11.2022
Corrections RN, Travel
NaphCare
02.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
SOS Healthcare Staffing
10.2017 - 12.2017
Assistant Director of Nursing
Golden Living Centers
08.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse
Lifecare Hospital
03.2013 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Holy Spirit Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College