Jeffrey Blair
Waterford,PA
Summary
Presently staff RN in the Urgent Care Center at the Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Erie Veterans Medical Center
11.2011 - Current
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Nurse Manager
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2010 - 11.2011
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2009 - 08.2010
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing patient care delivery within the medical-surgical setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming staff members, minimizing gaps in care continuity.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
LPN
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2004 - 05.2009
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Kitchen Staff Member
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.1995 - 08.2004
Soldier
United States Army
08.1991 - 07.1994
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA05.2009
Certification
BLS ACLS
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Erie Veterans Medical Center
11.2011 - Current
Nurse Manager
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2010 - 11.2011
RN, Medical-Surgical
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2009 - 08.2010
LPN
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2004 - 05.2009
Kitchen Staff Member
Erie Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.1995 - 08.2004
Soldier
United States Army
08.1991 - 07.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercyhurst University