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Isabelle Eschweiler

Portland,OR

Summary


Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Resident Care Manager

Willamette View, Inc.
06.2003 - 04.2024
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on resident's acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough resident assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating residents on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Provided support for resident's families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Facilitated resident transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on resident care instructions.
  • Evaluated resident histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for residents.
  • Developed comprehensive resident assessments to identify needs, establish goals, and create personalized care plans.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits of care plans and documentation.
  • Assessed potential risks within the facility, developing strategies to mitigate those risks while prioritizing resident safety and wellbeing.
  • Fostered a compassionate environment by providing emotional support and maintaining open lines of communication with residents and families.
  • Managed department staff by monitoring performance, implementing improvement plans and conducting training.
  • Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Established and maintained relationships with residents, families and community partners to coordinate services to meet resident's needs.
  • Participated in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.
  • Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote resident safety and wellbeing.
  • Evaluated residents progress and adjusted service plans to address areas of concern.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality resident care.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.

RN, Medical-Surgical

Willamette Falls Hospital
06.2001 - 06.2003
  • Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
  • Assisted physicians during bedside procedures, ensuring proper equipment was available, promoting patient safety, and enhancing overall clinical outcomes.
  • Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice and fostering clinical competence.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

OHSU
Portland

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Care plan development
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient management
  • Team coordination
  • High level of autonomy
  • ADL assistance
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Home care
  • Patient assessments
  • Case management

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Resident Care Manager

Willamette View, Inc.
06.2003 - 04.2024

RN, Medical-Surgical

Willamette Falls Hospital
06.2001 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

OHSU

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