Janie Garrison
Decatur,AL
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with proven skills in medication administration, patient assessments, and clinical judgment. Committed to enhancing patient care through effective education and streamlined documentation processes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Care
Valley Pulmonary & Critical Care
Decatur, AL
09.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventative health measures.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and interventions promptly.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records for improved accuracy.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Occupational Health Nurse
Polaris Industries
Madison, AL
02.2016 - 04.2022
- Conducted health assessments to identify workplace hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented health promotion programs to enhance employee well-being and reduce absenteeism.
- Collaborated with management to establish protocols for incident reporting and follow-up care for injured employees.
- Trained staff on occupational health practices, including ergonomic assessments and injury prevention techniques.
- Led investigations into workplace injuries, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
- Improved employee health by implementing comprehensive wellness programs and initiatives.
Occupational Health Nurse Manager
BE&K, KBR, BP-Amoco
Decatur, AL
01.1999 - 02.2016
- Developed and implemented occupational health programs to enhance employee well-being.
- Led a team of nurses in assessing workplace health risks and compliance with safety regulations.
- Established protocols for injury management and return-to-work processes, reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with management to design training sessions on health and safety practices.
- Established strong relationships with local healthcare providers, facilitating seamless coordination of care for employees.
- Collaborated with physicians or other licensed practitioners to arrange further medical treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05-1987
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Care
Valley Pulmonary & Critical Care
09.2022 - Current
Occupational Health Nurse
Polaris Industries
02.2016 - 04.2022
Occupational Health Nurse Manager
BE&K, KBR, BP-Amoco
01.1999 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama