Jerra Utterback
Swayzee,IN
Summary
Adept at fostering teamwork and collaboration, I excelled in fast-paced environments at Ascension St Vincent Hospital, enhancing patient safety and care. My critical thinking and problem-solving skills, combined with a meticulous attention to detail, significantly reduced infection risks. Achievements include streamlining admissions processes and implementing effective communication strategies, showcasing my ability to lead and innovate at Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Domestic Engineer
Self-employeed
10.2014 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
12.2012 - 10.2014
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
Admissions Coordinator/Case Management/Floor Nurse
Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation
08.2009 - 12.2012
- Provided exceptional customer service during phone and email interactions with prospective students and their families, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
- Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws.
- Collaborated with admissions team to develop and implement strategies to improve admissions process.
- Compiled and analyzed data to track admissions trends and make recommendations for improvements.
- Optimized communication strategies between departments involved in the admissions process, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of applicant data, ensuring timely decision-making and reporting.
- Completed preliminary paperwork for incoming and outgoing patients.
- Fostered partnerships with community organizations to promote educational opportunities to underrepresented populations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with hospitals, and doctors enhancing institution's reputation and patient referrals
- Conducted detailed tours of facilities, fostering welcoming environment.
- Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Provided thorough patient education, ensuring understanding of diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care.
- Increased efficiency in documentation by utilizing electronic health record systems effectively and accurately.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical practice standards across the nursing department.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to streamline transitions from acute care settings back into the community.
- Served as a patient advocate, collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate treatment options were pursued.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Associates Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05.2012
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organization and time management
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Domestic Engineer
Self-employeed
10.2014 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
12.2012 - 10.2014
Admissions Coordinator/Case Management/Floor Nurse
Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation
08.2009 - 12.2012
Associates Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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