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JUDITH SHAW

Stratford,CONNECTICUT

Summary

Organized and dependable nurse, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Demonstrates willingness to learn and takes on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Genesis HealthCare
07.2015 - 03.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.


  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Goodwin Univesity
East Hartford, CT
04.2024

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Wound Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • Physical Assessment
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Vital signs
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Care
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Emergency Response
  • Preventive Care

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Genesis HealthCare
07.2015 - 03.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Goodwin Univesity

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