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Iva Howard

Registered Nurse
Gillette,WY

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Campbell County Health, demonstrating exceptional patient care and clinical judgment. Expert in medication and IV administration, coupled with a compassionate approach to patient advocacy and education. Significantly improved patient outcomes through effective collaboration and evidence-based interventions. Holds an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Care (PALS) certification with instructor certification for both.

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Patient-oriented Nurse with25 years of experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Med/Surg, O.R., PACU, ICU, PICC Lines and Cath Lab specialties.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Campbell County Health
05.2008 - 05.2024
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

NWCCD-Gillette College
Gillette, WY
05.2008

Practical Nursing - Nursing

NWCCD-GIllette Campus
Gillette, WY
12.1998

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care Planning
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Family Education
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Taking vitals
  • Critical Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Precepting
  • Patient Discharge
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Team Coordination
  • Performing EKGs
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Intake and discharge
  • Emergency Response
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Chart updating
  • EMR / EHR
  • High level of autonomy
  • Procedure preparations
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Chest pain management
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Treatment Planning
  • Cardiac Care
  • Acute care expertise
  • Medical Recordkeeping

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Campbell County Health
05.2008 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Colorado Technical University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

NWCCD-Gillette College

Practical Nursing - Nursing

NWCCD-GIllette Campus

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