John Selph
Mount Ida,AR
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
CHI St. Vincent
10.2020 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
CHI St Vincent Hot Springs
12.2011 - 10.2020
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Designed pouch systems to assist in wound draining and recovery.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
Registered Nurse, ICU
National Park Medical Center
06.2009 - 12.2011
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Endoscopy Charge Nurse
Arkansas Gastroenterology
08.2005 - 06.2009
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
ICU Staff Nurse
Mercy Hospital
03.2001 - 08.2005
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Director of Nursing
Advance Care Hospital
04.1999 - 03.2001
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
PACU Registered Nurse
National Park Medical Center
03.1997 - 04.1999
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to [Number] patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
ICU Staff Nurse
Mercy Hospital
12.1993 - 03.1997
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
UAMS Medical Center
06.1991 - 12.1993
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Nurses Aide
St Joesph's Hospital
05.1988 - 06.1991
Warehouse Manager
All Interior Supply
03.1986 - 05.1988
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
Self Employed
Self Employed Services
04.1982 - 03.1986
- Worked with other health care professionals and served as resource to community.
Electronic Engineering Technician
Mostek
06.1980 - 04.1982
- Conducted in-depth defect analysis for completed assemblies and components to root cause level.
- Performed preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
- Repaired printed circuit boards or subassemblies by replacing electronic and or mechanical components in correct orientation.
- Carried out surveys to determine condition of existing systems and made recommendations for further improvement.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions to properly assemble electronics units.
- Utilized soldering iron to adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
US Navy
05.1974 - 06.1979
- Completed maintenance of lighting system components to support illumination for exterior and interior use.
- Constructed aircraft wiring harness system components to interconnect sub-systems and components throughout aircraft.
- Repaired blade fold system components to fold and droop blades for optimal air-transportability.
- Maintained aircraft electrical and electronic emergency systems to support aircraft startup and as emergency source of power in event of generation or distribution system failure.
- Monitored liquid quantity system indicators to determine liquid level and make necessary adjustments.
- Supported aircraft electronic system components to reduce maintenance costs and improve longevity.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Garland County Community College
Hot Springs, AR05.1991
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
Hot Springs, AR05.1974
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Data Compilation and Analysis
Timeline
ICU Nurse
CHI St. Vincent
10.2020 - Current
Wound Care Registered Nurse
CHI St Vincent Hot Springs
12.2011 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse, ICU
National Park Medical Center
06.2009 - 12.2011
Endoscopy Charge Nurse
Arkansas Gastroenterology
08.2005 - 06.2009
ICU Staff Nurse
Mercy Hospital
03.2001 - 08.2005
Director of Nursing
Advance Care Hospital
04.1999 - 03.2001
PACU Registered Nurse
National Park Medical Center
03.1997 - 04.1999
ICU Staff Nurse
Mercy Hospital
12.1993 - 03.1997
Registered Nurse, CVICU
UAMS Medical Center
06.1991 - 12.1993
Nurses Aide
St Joesph's Hospital
05.1988 - 06.1991
Warehouse Manager
All Interior Supply
03.1986 - 05.1988
Self Employed
Self Employed Services
04.1982 - 03.1986
Electronic Engineering Technician
Mostek
06.1980 - 04.1982
Aviation Electrician's Mate
US Navy
05.1974 - 06.1979
Associate of Science - Nursing
Garland County Community College
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
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