Jean Missoff
Port Charlotte,FL
Summary
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Diligent retired healthcare professional with background in nursing, offering valuable experience in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully contributed to patient recovery and enhanced care protocols. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and compassionate communication. Desire per diem position sitting for patients who require continuous monitoring and assistance with basic ADLs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
11.2012 - 06.2017
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
RN
Northeast Georgia Health Care Systems
11.2004 - 09.2012
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- 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.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mnatee Community College
Bradenton, FL05-2002
LPN
BOCES
Syracuse, NY01-1989
High School Diploma -
West Genesee Senior High
Camillus, NY06-1968
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Precepting
- Patient care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Staff supervision
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
11.2012 - 06.2017
RN
Northeast Georgia Health Care Systems
11.2004 - 09.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mnatee Community College
LPN
BOCES
High School Diploma -
West Genesee Senior High
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