John Peach
Harrodsburg,KY
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff RN with extensive experience at Homestead Post Acute, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through effective care plan development and quality improvement initiatives. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to fostering teamwork and collaboration in interdisciplinary settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN
Homestead Post Acute
Lexington, KY
04.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques and medication adherence.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing safety standards within the facility.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and clinical skills enhancement.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices in patient care delivery.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
Pulmonary RN
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation
Lexington, KY
08.2014 - 10.2018
- Provided direct patient care, assessing needs and developing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize recovery processes for rehabilitation patients.
- Streamlined documentation practices, enhancing accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores and operational efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Catharine College
Springfield, KY12-2011
High School Diploma -
Burgin Independent
Burgin, Ky05-2004
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education
- Wound care
- Care plan development
- Geriatric nursing
- Infection control measures
- Patient management
- Emergency care
- Clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
- Cardiac care
Timeline
Staff RN
Homestead Post Acute
04.2020 - Current
Pulmonary RN
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation
08.2014 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Catharine College
High School Diploma -
Burgin Independent