Jeannie Patterson
Eastman,GA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Dodge County Hospital
Eastman, GA
09.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Houston Medical Center
Warner Robins, GA
04.2006 - 08.2020
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, procedures, and examinations.
- Managed intravenous therapy administration, monitoring, and documentation.
- Supervised nursing assistants in providing safe patient care.
- Prioritized patient needs based on acuity and urgency levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middle Georgia College
Cochran, GA06-1988
LPN - LPN
Heart Of Georgia
Dublin, GA10-1984
High School Diploma -
East Laurens High School
Dublin, GA05-1973
Skills
- Critical Care
- Chart updating
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Unit Administration
- Patient Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Infectious disease control
- Wound Care
- Treatment Planning
- Compassion and Empathy
- Physical assessments
- Flow sheet charting
- IV setup
- Patient Relations
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Records Management
- Patient care planning
Certification
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPI Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dodge County Hospital
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Houston Medical Center
04.2006 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middle Georgia College
LPN - LPN
Heart Of Georgia
High School Diploma -
East Laurens High School
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPI Certification
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