Jean Gresham
Midland ,GA
Summary
Seasoned RN with a proven track record at Saint Francis Hospital South, showcasing exceptional clinical judgment and compassion. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in medication and IV administration, adept at leading teams with empathy, ensuring high-quality patient care and outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Saint Francis Hospital
08.2015 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
RN Supervisor
Saint Francis Hospital
08.2015 - Current
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients between departments or facilities by maintaining clear communication channels with all stakeholders involved.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
ICU Nurse
The Medical Center
12.2008 - 08.2015
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when handling and disposing of biohazardous materials to maintain a safe environment in the ICU.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nursing
Southern Union Community College
Opelika, AL01.2008
Skills
- Basic life support
- Quality improvement
- Team coordination
- Strong clinical judgement
- Staff supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
- Infection control measures
- High level of autonomy
- Complex Problem-solving
- EMR / EHR
- Patient and family advocacy
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Emergency response
- Critical care
- Emergency procedures
- IV setup
Timeline
RN
Saint Francis Hospital
08.2015 - Current
RN Supervisor
Saint Francis Hospital
08.2015 - Current
ICU Nurse
The Medical Center
12.2008 - 08.2015
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nursing
Southern Union Community College
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