Janet McCollom
Lavaca,AR
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Baptist Health Fort Smith, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance treatment strategies through interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education. Strong clinical judgment and compassionate advocacy ensure optimal health outcomes for diverse patient populations. Committed to excellence in nursing practice and patient management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Fort Smith
02.2014 - 2027
- Administered patient care plans and monitored vital signs for optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment strategies and rehabilitation efforts.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and wellness practices.
- Assisted in the development of nursing protocols to streamline patient intake processes.
Rn at Select Speciality Hospital
Select Speciality Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2014
Rn LTAC
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Fort Smith
01.1995 - 01.2011
Rn ( med surg/ post op) thru 2002
Rn for PACU (post anesthesia care unit) 2002-2007
Rn float pool on med surge unit 2007-2011
Education
Associate of Science - Associate Degree of Nursing
Westark Community College
Fort Smith, AR12.1994
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Clinical judgment
Patient care
Wound care
Patient monitoring
Compassion and empathy
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Patient management
Care plan development
Professional bedside manner
Physical assessments
Patient care planning
Patient evaluation
Telemetry monitoring
Family education
Licensed RN
Taking vitals
Collecting vitals
Nursing staff leadership
Medication distribution
Tracheostomy care
Precepting
Patient discharge
Lab result interpretation
Team coordination
EMR systems
Performing ekgs
Complex Problem-solving
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Intake and discharge
Emergency response
Maintaining privacy
Relationship building
Chart updating
Vaccine administration
Diabetes management
Insulin medication assistance
EMR / EHR
High level of autonomy
Procedure preparations
Chronic disease management
Medical assessment
ADL assistance
Patient counseling
Staff supervision
Personal care needs
Patient relations
Diabetes and nutrition education
Chest pain management
Emergency procedures
Treatment Planning
Emotional awareness
Data collection
HIPAA education
Emergency care
Administering immunizations
Emotional intelligence
Health screening
Acute care expertise
Medical recordkeeping
Oxygen saturation standards
Mobility assistance
Removing sutures
Mental health nursing
Family advocacy
Seizure management
Feeding assistance
At-risk patient care
Medical evaluation
Software use
Appointment scheduling
Evaluations
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Fort Smith
02.2014 - 2027
Rn at Select Speciality Hospital
Select Speciality Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Fort Smith
01.1995 - 01.2011
Associate of Science - Associate Degree of Nursing
Westark Community College