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Paige Mcelroy

Birmingham,Alabama

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Oncology

UAB Medicine
03.2022 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Registered Nurse, Critical Care/Pulmonary

UAB Medicine
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • 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.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.



Education

Associates - Nursing

Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL
08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
12.2003

Skills

  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Team Coordination
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Hospice and Palliative care
  • Long-Term Care Plan Development
  • Patient Management
  • Licensed RN
  • Critical Care
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Lab result interpretation
  • High level of autonomy
  • Chronic Disease Management

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Oncology

UAB Medicine
03.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Critical Care/Pulmonary

UAB Medicine
09.2020 - 03.2022

Associates - Nursing

Jefferson State Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences

University of Alabama At Birmingham

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