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J. Scott Rowe

Van Buren,AR

Summary

Experienced nursing professional with proven teaching expertise and devotion to building up new nurses with skills necessary to excel in today's healthcare settings. Top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment and strengths in workflow optimization and strategic planning. Vigilant and conscientious about isolating and resolving concerns. Personable and compassionate individual with strong foundation in healthcare principles and patient care. Possesses deep understanding of critical care protocols and emergency response, coupled with proficiency in patient monitoring and administering treatments. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes and contributing to collaborative healthcare environment. Offering solid grounding in healthcare principles and commitment to providing high-quality patient care. Contributes to deep understanding of critical care protocols and emergency response, enabling quick adaptation and effective performance. Ready to use and develop skills in patient monitoring and administering treatments in medical-surgical intensive care nurse role. Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 4 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of ICU treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Nurse

Mercy Fort Smith
12.2020 - Current
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions to stabilize health status.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Provided expert clinical advice to junior nurses on complex cases, fostering a supportive learning environment within the ICU team.
  • Effectively managed multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.

Intensive Care Nurse Preceptor

Mercy Fort Smith
06.2021 - Current
  • Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
  • Served as a resource for nurses seeking guidance on challenging patient cases, offering expert insights and recommendations for optimal care strategies.
  • Served as a mentor for new nurses, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team performance.
  • Provided one-on-one coaching for nurses struggling with specific tasks or situations, enabling them to overcome challenges and excel in their roles.

Cardiac Stepdown LPN

Mercy Fort Smith
01.2008 - 12.2020
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.

Surgical ICU LPN

Northwest Health System
06.2000 - 12.2007
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.

Emergency Room LPN

Crawford Memorial Hospital
06.1997 - 06.2000
  • 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.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.

Surgical LPN

Crawford Memorial Hospital
12.1995 - 06.1997
  • Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of surgical procedures, promoting clear communication among healthcare providers regarding patient progress.
  • Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to [Number] surgical patients per day.
  • Coordinated perioperative care for diverse patient populations ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics across various surgical specialties.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
12.2020

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

University of Arkansas, Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
05.2018

Certificate of Technical Studies - License Practical Nurse

University of Arkansas, Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
12.1995

Skills

  • Registered nurse preceptor
  • Hemodynamics monitoring
  • Ballon pump therapy
  • Neurological monitoring
  • CRRT therapy management
  • Ultrasound guided IV instructor
  • Impella therapy management
  • Ventilator management
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Hypothermia therapy management
  • CABG recovery

Certification


  • Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Cert # 2000412591 8/1/2022-7/31/2025
  • Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)-American Board of Neuroscience Nursing (ABNN). Cert # 00392912
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Timeline

Intensive Care Nurse Preceptor

Mercy Fort Smith
06.2021 - Current

Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Nurse

Mercy Fort Smith
12.2020 - Current

Cardiac Stepdown LPN

Mercy Fort Smith
01.2008 - 12.2020

Surgical ICU LPN

Northwest Health System
06.2000 - 12.2007

Emergency Room LPN

Crawford Memorial Hospital
06.1997 - 06.2000

Surgical LPN

Crawford Memorial Hospital
12.1995 - 06.1997

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arkansas Tech University

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

University of Arkansas, Fort Smith

Certificate of Technical Studies - License Practical Nurse

University of Arkansas, Fort Smith

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