Janet Deldon
Billerica,MA
Summary
Skilled in clinical judgment and compassionate care, I enhanced patient outcomes at Somerville Hospital by streamlining documentation and providing exceptional postoperative care at Cambridge Health Alliance. Leveraging skills in patient education and emergency response, I improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in nursing.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Per Diem Registered Nurse
Somerville Hospital
Somerville, MA
08.2014 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Optimized patient comfort levels by providing emotional support during medical procedure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient treatment plans, improving overall health outcomes.
- Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently by rapidly assessing conditions and initiating appropriate interventions as required.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate electronic medical records and updating patient charts regularly.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Maintained strict infection control practices through the proper use of personal protective equipment and hand hygiene techniques.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately assessing, planning, and implementing nursing interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills and empathetic communication approaches.
- Monitored vital signs consistently to detect early warning signs of potential complications or changes in patient status.
- Provided exceptional care for patients with various medical conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Cambridge Health Alliance
Cambridge, MA
04.1983 - 07.2014
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
- Expedited patient admission into the PACU through rapid assessment of vital signs upon arrival from surgeries.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities related to PACU nursing practice.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.
- Streamlined the discharge process for PACU patients, ensuring thorough education on home care instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Mt Auburn School of Nursing
Cambridge, MA05-1971
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Patient confidentiality
- Intravenous therapy
- Electronic medical records
- Preoperative care
- Discharge planning
- Postoperative care
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care planning
- Taking vitals
- Appointment scheduling
- Collecting vitals
- Patient discharge
- Intake and discharge
- Patient evaluation
- Supply restocking
- Emergency response
- Family education
Timeline
Per Diem Registered Nurse
Somerville Hospital
08.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Cambridge Health Alliance
04.1983 - 07.2014
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Mt Auburn School of Nursing
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