Judith Gray
School Nurse
Austell GA, US,GA
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Cobb County School District
01.2018 - Current
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by serving as an advocate for student health and wellness, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with teachers to address diverse learning styles while designing inclusive classroom accommodations for students with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Unit Director
Grady Health System
07.1991 - 08.2017
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures without compromising patient care quality or staff morale.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the unit, actively seeking feedback from staff members and patients to inform positive change.
- Served as a liaison between unit staff members and hospital leadership to ensure timely information sharing on organizational changes or updates.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Mentored new team members, guiding them through orientation processes and providing ongoing support as they acclimated to the unit.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, ancillary staff, and administration to enhance overall teamwork and care coordination.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Protected patients and employees by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and maintained patient confidence by monitoring confidential information.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to identify areas for improvement within the unit''s performance metrics.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols.
- Reduced staff turnover rates by fostering a supportive work environment and providing professional development opportunities.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Met with nursing staff and support personnel to plan services, programs and activities.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards through regular audits and process improvements.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing necessary preventive measures.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Grady Health System
07.1981 - 08.1991
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL 05.2024 - 05.2024
Skills
Individualized healthcare plans
undefinedTimeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
05.2024 - 05.2024
School Nurse
Cobb County School District
01.2018 - Current
Unit Director
Grady Health System
07.1991 - 08.2017
Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Grady Health System
07.1981 - 08.1991
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