Jac Col Ferriell-Steffen Ferriell-Steffen
North Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in compassionate patient care. Expertise in coordinating interdisciplinary teams and delivering exceptional support during critical situations. Ready to improve patient outcomes by fostering effective communication and collaboration. Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in patient education, critical thinking, and care coordination. Committed to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in hospice and ICU settings. Known for effective communication and patient education, leveraging critical thinking to enhance care plans and improve health outcomes for diverse patient populations. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vitas Healthcare Hospice
Fort Myers, Florida
06.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients in hospice settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated families on patient care practices and hospice services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Administered medications and managed symptom relief for patients.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Supported emotional needs of patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Millennium Healthcare Management
North Fort Myers, Florida
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Monitored patient progress and documented changes in health status accurately.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and resources available.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams effectively.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Bayfront Health Port Charlotte
Port Charlotte, Florida
09.2009 - 10.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs using advanced medical equipment and technology.
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
Port Charlotte, Florida
08.1999 - 04.2010
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Monitored patient vital signs using advanced medical equipment and technology.
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
- Participated in infection control practices to maintain a safe environment.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
USF
Tampa04-2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami University
Oxford, OH05-1977
No Degree Applied For - Pre Requisites For Nursing School
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHSkills
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Treatment planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate care
- Emotional support
- Infection control
Affiliations
- Gardening, refinishing furniture, reading, and exercise.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- RN-compact license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vitas Healthcare Hospice
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Millennium Healthcare Management
10.2021 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Bayfront Health Port Charlotte
09.2009 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
08.1999 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
USF
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami University
No Degree Applied For - Pre Requisites For Nursing School
Sinclair Community College
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