John Aprill
Phenix City,AL
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse delivering comprehensive patient care, driving effective collaboration, and ensuring adherence to treatment protocols. Focused on mentoring junior staff and implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
Columbus, Ga
11.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, documenting changes and reporting abnormalities to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
US Army
Columbus, GA
07.2008 - 11.2020
- Managed patient intake processes, ensuring thorough assessments and accurate documentation of medical histories.
- Assisted in the coordination of discharge planning, streamlining transitions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Evaluated nursing practices, implementing improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Hospice
Phenix City, AL
07.2005 - 07.2008
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
Valley, AL12-1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
Accomplishments
Taught ACLS, BLS, PALS.
Made Dean's List and President's List in Nursing School.
Received Meritorious Medal and Bronze Star for actions during Dessert Storm.
Army Commendation Medal
Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC)
Basic Non Commission Course (BNOC)
Combat Medic Badge
American legion Commander
State Commander for the Forty and Eight
Affiliations
American Legion, VFW, Forty and Eight, Moose, and Kentucky Colonels
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 1996-present
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
US Army
07.2008 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Hospice
07.2005 - 07.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Union State Community College