Julie Wakefield
Macon,GA
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with 13+ years of critical care experience, including adults and pediatrics. Managed outpatient surgical center for 2.5 years. Highly effective patient/family educator. Respected team player with leadership skills and motivated self-starter. Quickly adapts to constant changes in clinical care environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extender
Quantum HC
01.2023 - Current
- Manage daily Physician/Patient assignments from Transfer Center, Emergency Room, Triage
- Review patient charts and MD documentation for quality measures
- Assist in training of new nurse staff members
- Contribute to positive work environment and high-quality patient care
- Provide skilled and timely response to critically-ill patient needs
- Field calls and notify MD of critical information
- Assist with prior authorizations for medications
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Navicent Urgent Care
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted patient assessments to identify changes in condition, and promptly notifying physicians.
- Administered medications while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Care Navigator
Atrium Health Navicent
10.2016 - 04.2022
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, enhancing the referral network for patients in need of specialized services.
- Assisted members with social determinants of health and linked to appropriate community resources.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient needs, developing individualized care plans accordingly.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for patients through proactive follow-up and continuous communication.
- Taught patients and families to use at-home medical equipment.
- Assisted with and facilitated transition of care from hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and skilled nursing facilities to home.
Home Health Case Manager
Medical Center Navicent Health
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Managed complex cases involving multiple medical conditions, fostering efficient coordination of care.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring high-risk patients and addressing potential issues.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with patients to ensure satisfaction with provided services and address any concerns or needs.
- Monitored patients'' progress and adjusted care plans accordingly for optimal results.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
The Medical Center/Navicent Health
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Circulator in Ortho, Cardiac, Pediatrics, Plastics and General
Adult Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Coliseum Medical Center
10.2010 - 10.2013
- Participated in patient care conferences with multidisciplinary teams to discuss progress, evaluate interventions, and make adjustments as needed for optimal results.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, offering comfort and support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to ICU patients, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration.
- Monitored patients and responded promptly to changes or abnormalities, maintaining patient stability and preventing complications.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Manager
Vascular Access Center
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Screened and hired new staff, and maintained schedules
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Oversaw inventory management including medications and narcotics, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Administered sedation and monitored patients during procedures.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed day-to-day operations, including payroll, accounts receivable/payable.
Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
The Medical Center of Central GA
08.2000 - 05.2008
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- 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.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill children.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Macon State College
Macon, GA05.2000
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mercer University
Macon, GA01.1993
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Physical assessments
- Strong analytical skills and critical thinking
- Vaccine administration
- Performing EKGs
- IV Insertion and maintenance
- Wound Care
- Strong communication skills
- Comfortable interacting with all levels of the organization and the public
- Efficient with computers and office equipment
- Patient/family teaching
Timeline
Nurse Extender
Quantum HC
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Navicent Urgent Care
04.2022 - 01.2023
Care Navigator
Atrium Health Navicent
10.2016 - 04.2022
Home Health Case Manager
Medical Center Navicent Health
05.2015 - 06.2016
Operating Room Registered Nurse
The Medical Center/Navicent Health
11.2013 - 05.2015
Adult Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Coliseum Medical Center
10.2010 - 10.2013
Manager
Vascular Access Center
05.2008 - 09.2010
Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
The Medical Center of Central GA
08.2000 - 05.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Macon State College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mercer University
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