LAURA WHY RN, BSN
Kingston Court Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation (Manor Care)
York,PA
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in comprehensive patient assessments, quality direct patient care, and bilingual communication. Eager to support patient education and enhance care outcomes.
Work History
Registered Nurse
3 Months- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly, enhancing patient care quality.
- Ensured thorough and accurate documentation to support operational efficiency and compliance.
Clinical Health Assistant
5 Years 7 Months- Translated complex benefit packages, disease processes and care plans into actionable steps for members in English or Spanish as needed.
- Partnered with Accolade clinicians, nurses, and benefits specialists to resolve complex healthcare questions and coordinate care.
- Guided members through insurance jargon, resolved provider issues, and helped them make smarter consumer choices.
- Managed high-volume, empathetic interactions via phone and digital messaging.
RN Supervisor
2 Years- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Facilitated open communication, addressing concerns from nursing staff regarding patient care and operational challenges.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
Clinical Staff Nurse II, Oncology Unit
3 Years 6 Months- Administered medications, blood products and chemotherapy while monitoring patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Delivered comprehensive education to patients and families regarding effective health management, treatment and discharge processes.
- Fostered a collaborative and supportive team environment through positive interactions. by consistently demonstrating a proactive and cheerful demeanor in all interactions.
- Participated in continuous education programs to improve clinical skills and knowledge. and training to strengthen clinical expertise.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
27 Graduate Credits - Spanish Language And Literature
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching of Spanish And French (K-12)
Skills
Patient assessments
Point of care testing
Medication Administration
Wound
ostomy
CVAD care
Fast-paced adaptability
Patient-family management
Patient education and counseling
Infection prevention practices
Eager learner
Empathetic listener
Critical thinking
Cultural competence
Certification
BLS Certification
Chemotherapy Certification
Telemetry Certification
Peritoneal Dialysis Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kingston Court Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation (Manor Care)
09.2023 - 12.2023Read More
Clinical Health Assistant
Accolade Inc.
06.2011 - 01.2017Read More
RN Supervisor
Concordia at SpiriTrust Sprenkle Drive (Lutheran Social Services
07.2010 - 07.2012Read More
Clinical Staff Nurse II, Oncology Unit
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
10.2006 - 04.2010Read More
Drexel College of Nursing And Health Professions
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Temple University, College of Arts And Sciences
27 Graduate Credits from Spanish Language And Literature
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Eastern University
Bachelor of Arts from Teaching of Spanish And French (K-12)
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