Compassionate dedicated detail oriented healthcare professional with a diverse background in nursing. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Senior Clinical Data Specialist
Corewell Health
Southfield , MI
02.2016 - Current
Participated in quality assurance activities related to clinical data abstraction.
Identified areas requiring improvement in current processes for collecting clinical data.
Generated reports on various aspects of the collected clinical data as requested by management team.
Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff regarding collection of accurate clinical data.
Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
Analyzed and processed current data records to provide detailed reports.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
St. Clair Community College
Port Huron, MI
01.2014 - 08.2016
Upheld patient safety standards by supervising students during medication administration.
Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
Evaluated student portfolios to measure their understanding of classroom material.
Addressed student concerns and questions, providing academic and professional support.
Evaluated student performance, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Beaumont Hospital, Troy
Troy, MI
09.2004 - 02.2016
Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
School Nurse
Anchor Bay School District
New Baltimore, MI
09.2010 - 05.2012
Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Provided annual training for staff, including common medical conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy, and anaphylaxis.
Staff education and training on the use of emergency medications, such as EpiPen, Glucagon, and rectal Valium.
Neuro ICU Nurse
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
Royal Oak, MI
05.2002 - 09.2004
Performed therapeutic nursing care interventions for patients with neurosurgical and neurological injuries.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs of critically ill patients.
Provided emotional support to family members affected by their loved one's illness or injury.
Performed ongoing critical thinking skills when assessing changes in a patient's condition or responding to emergent situations.
Provided direct patient care in a high acuity environment with complex medical needs.
Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
Royal Oak, MI
05.2001 - 05.2002
Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion, Exercise Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-1996
Skills
Quality improvement
Healthcare analytics
Data quality assurance
EMR systems
Abstracting Medical Information
Professionalism
Effective communication
Analytical thinking
Detail-oriented
Patient care coordination
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, Senior Clinical Data Specialist
Corewell Health
02.2016 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
St. Clair Community College
01.2014 - 08.2016
School Nurse
Anchor Bay School District
09.2010 - 05.2012
Registered Nurse, PACU
Beaumont Hospital, Troy
09.2004 - 02.2016
Neuro ICU Nurse
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
05.2002 - 09.2004
Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
05.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion, Exercise Science
RN, BSN. - Clinical Documentation Specialist at Memorial Hermann Health SystemRN, BSN. - Clinical Documentation Specialist at Memorial Hermann Health System