Laura Chapman
Owens Cross Roads,AL
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Huntsville Hospital, excelling in clinical judgment and compassionate care. Streamlined operations, reducing wait times and optimizing staff schedules, while fostering patient and family support. Mentored staff, ensuring HIPAA compliance and high-quality patient education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic RN
Huntsville Hospital Valley Surgical Associates
2020.03 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Reduced patient wait times by optimizing appointment scheduling and improving triage procedures.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the clinic setting, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient services.
- Mentored new nursing staff through preceptorship roles, sharing clinical expertise and promoting best practices in patient care delivery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
RN Supervisor
Huntsville Hospital
2016.06 - 2020.06
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
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Huntsville Hospital
2006.05 - 2016.06
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL05.2006
High School Diploma - General Studies
Brewer High School
Florette, AL05.2001
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Education
Timeline
Clinic RN
Huntsville Hospital Valley Surgical Associates
2020.03 - Current
RN Supervisor
Huntsville Hospital
2016.06 - 2020.06
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Huntsville Hospital
2006.05 - 2016.06
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Wallace State Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Brewer High School
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