HollyMarie Lawrence
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong focus on team collaboration and patient safety. Proven ability to implement effective care strategies, monitor patient progress, and educate families, contributing to improved recovery outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Luke's University Hospital
, Pennsylvania
06.2019 - Current
- Administered medications according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying and addressing changes in patient condition promptly.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and medication management for improved recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Executed wound care procedures, promoting healing and preventing infection in surgical patients.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records accurately and timely.
- Participated in daily interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and modify care plans as needed.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on unit protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Developed and implemented patient care strategies that enhanced comfort and recovery during hospital stays.
- Responded to emergencies with swift action, following established protocols to stabilize patients.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to infection control protocols at all times.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to address concerns and preferences.
- Administered intravenous therapies and monitored patient reactions for safety and effectiveness.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families, fostering a trusting and healing environment.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Luke's University Health Network
01.2011 - 06.2019
- Assisted with mobility exercises, helping patients regain strength and independence.
- Implemented safety measures to prevent falls and other accidents in patient care areas.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Supported infection control practices by adhering to sanitation protocols and guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05-2019
Skills
- Infection control protocols
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Training and mentoring
- Acute care expertise
- Personal care needs
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Luke's University Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Luke's University Health Network
01.2011 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College