Laura Clinton
Clover,SC
Summary
Experienced nurse with expertise in managing acute and chronic conditions across diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments to improve patient outcomes and enhance workplace dynamics. Dedicated to delivering high-quality care and building rapport with patients and their families.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Clover School District
Clover, SC
09.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with staff to implement school policies to promote student health and safety and to foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Maintained accurate student health records and developed individualized healthcare plans for students.
- Delivered first aid, administered routine and emergency medications, and executed special procedures as needed.
- Conducted screenings for early detection of potential learning barriers.
Urgent Care Staff Nurse
Piedmont West Urgent Care
York, SC
05.2002 - 09.2015
- Triaged patients and collaborated with physicians for patient care.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, and intravenous medications per physician's orders.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgical procedures and wound care.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as Strep, CBC, HgbA1C, Urinalysis, Flu, and Cardiac Enzymes.
Intensive Care Staff Nurse
Piedmont Medical Center
Rock Hill, SC
08.2000 - 05.2002
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide quality care to critically ill patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills for swift and accurate clinical decisions in emergencies.
- Worked on the CODE team and initiated resuscitation measures throughout the hospital
- Assumed charge nurse responsibilities for 8-bed ICU
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from a nursing perspective.
Intensive Care Staff Nurse
Upstate Carolina Medical Center
Gaffney, SC
08.1998 - 08.2000
- Implemented evidence-based guidelines for the management of critically ill patients.
- Formulated communication strategies with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient status updates.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of South Carolina At Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC05-1999
Diploma in Nursing -
Mercy School of Nursing
Charlotte, NC05-1998
Completed 2 years of General Education -
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05-1996
Timeline
School Nurse
Clover School District
09.2015 - Current
Urgent Care Staff Nurse
Piedmont West Urgent Care
05.2002 - 09.2015
Intensive Care Staff Nurse
Piedmont Medical Center
08.2000 - 05.2002
Intensive Care Staff Nurse
Upstate Carolina Medical Center
08.1998 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of South Carolina At Spartanburg
Diploma in Nursing -
Mercy School of Nursing
Completed 2 years of General Education -
Winthrop University
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