Laurel Wood
Bennington,VT
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 20 years experience in diverse hospital settings and 10 years experience as an LPN prior to obtaining my AAS in nursing. I possess excellent communication and customer service skills with physicians and patients alike. have a strong background in med/surg, ortho, oncology and telemetry. As a travel nurse I have obtained the skill of being able to assume an independent assignment with minimal orientation to the unit. I am not afraid to ask questions and respect all forms of feedback from my peers. Multi-tasking and prioritizing comes easily to me and I am very detail oriented. Compassion and empathy are a must in this profession. I have worked with several EMAR programs including Sorian, Epic, Meditech, and Cerner and enjoy learning new procedures at every opportunity and being a mentor to new nurses. I'm currently seeking positions in New York although I am licensed in other states.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Washington County Corrections
Comstock , NY
2024.03 - 2024.07
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
RN Floor Nurse
Mt Auscutney Hospital
Windsor , VT
2023.08 - 2024.01
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
RN, Medical-Surgical
St. Peter's Hospital
Albany , NY
2023.02 - 2023.07
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory agency policies governing safe delivery of healthcare services.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
RN, Emergency Department
Ellis Hospital
Schenectady , NY
2022.07 - 2022.12
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
RN Floor Nurse
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
Troy , NY
2021.07 - 2022.06
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Rochester Memorial Hospital
Rochester , NY
2020.12 - 2021.06
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
Clinic RN
Cayuga Hospital
Ithaca , NY
2020.06 - 2020.11
- Developed and maintained nursing care plans for all patients based on their individual needs.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing physical examinations, taking vital signs, and administering medications as prescribed.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood draws, and other diagnostic tests according to established protocols.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers as needed.
- Monitored changes in patient condition including response to interventions and reported any significant changes to physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during stressful times related to illness or injury of loved ones under care.
- Reviewed lab results with physician upon receipt from outside facilities.
- Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
- Assisted physicians during exams when needed.
Registered Nurse
Onward Healthcare
Albany
2020.01 - 2020.04
- Responsible or 4-6 patients daily on short term stay/ GI unit
- Daily patient assessment and documentation with EMR, medication and treatments ordered by physicians.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Manchester
2019.10 - 2020.01
- Responsible for 40 residents in long term care facility
- Provided medications and treatments as ordered by Physicians
- Used critical thinking for determining needs of residents and notified physician of potential need for hospitalization due to change in status.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country TravCorps
Boca Raton
2019.02 - 2019.05
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, catheterization, and pain management techniques
- Assisted the physician with procedures, when needed
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
Registered Nurse
trustaff
Cincinnati
2018.09 - 2018.12
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, ventilation care, catheterization, and pain management techniques
- Assisted the physician with procedures, when needed
- Built cooperative relationship and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Performed pre- and post-procedure calls for optimal patient outcomes and experience
- Performed specialized IV infusions in kidney and cancer centers
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
Registered Nurse
Stat Staff Professionals
Saratoga Springs
2018.04 - 2018.09
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, ventilation care, catheterization, and pain management techniques
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in medication management
- Assisted the physician with procedures, when needed
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Performed pre- and post-procedure calls for optimal patient outcomes and experience
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
Registered Nurse
Stat Staff Professionals
Saratoga Springs
2018.03 - 2018.08
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, ventilation care, catheterization, and pain management techniques
- Assisted the physician with procedures, when needed
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Performed pre- and post-procedure calls for optimal patient outcomes and experience
- Performed specialized IV infusions in kidney and cancer centers
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level.
RN, Medical-Surgical
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
New Britian , CT
2017.10 - 2018.02
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
Omaha , NE
2017.06 - 2017.08
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, telemetry, and pain management
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Assisted the physician with procedures, when needed
- Built cooperative relationship and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Performed specialized IV infusions of blood and blood products
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
RN Supervisor
Brookdale Fillmore Pond
Bennington , VT
2016.09 - 2017.05
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
- Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
- Collaborated with [Department, team or personnel] to plan, develop and implement [Project, program or process]
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Transcription of physician orders
- Overseeing staff.
RN Director Of Nursing- Interim
Cresent Manor
Bennington , VT
2015.05 - 2016.08
- Interim director of Nursing in long term care facility
- Collaborated with [Department, team or personnel] to plan, develop and implement [Project, program or process]
- Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
- Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
- Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
- Overseeing nursing staff
- Interviewing potential employees
- Nursing Inservices
- MDS
- State regulatory inspections.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Mt Auscutney Hospital
Windsor , VT
2014.09 - 2015.03
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Counseled patients regarding health maintenance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care skills related to their diagnosis.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
RN Floor Nurse
Grace Cottage Hospital/Rehab
Townshend , VT
2014.05 - 2014.08
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Monitored trends in patient progress over time using various tools such as flow sheets or charting systems.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Bassett Hospital
Cooperstown , NY
2013.12 - 2014.05
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
RN Floor Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
Amsterdam , NY
2013.09 - 2013.12
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Monitored trends in patient progress over time using various tools such as flow sheets or charting systems.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds on each assigned unit at least once per week.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
Registered Nurse Oncology
Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls
2011.05 - 2013.08
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, isolation protocols
- Facilitated the integration and coordination of care between various health care services
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Performed specialized IV infusions in kidney and cancer centers
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education
- Pain management
- Palliative and comfort care during terminal stages.
Nurse Manager
Westmount Health Care Facility
Queensbury , NY
2004.01 - 2011.05
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, catheterization and medication management
- Worked closely with physicians for annual physicals, sick visits and medication adjustments and treatments
- Facilitated the integration and coordination of care between various health care services
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
Education
AAS Nursing -
SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, NY12.2004
LPN - Nursing
Southern Adirondack Votec
Hudson Falls, NY1994-08
Skills
- Able to think critically
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Great judgment and decision-making skills
- Time-management ability
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- Organized
- Geriatric Care
- Medical assessment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Care Planning
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Documenting vitals
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
Timeline
RN
Washington County Corrections
2024.03 - 2024.07
RN Floor Nurse
Mt Auscutney Hospital
2023.08 - 2024.01
RN, Medical-Surgical
St. Peter's Hospital
2023.02 - 2023.07
RN, Emergency Department
Ellis Hospital
2022.07 - 2022.12
RN Floor Nurse
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
2021.07 - 2022.06
RN, Medical-Surgical
Rochester Memorial Hospital
2020.12 - 2021.06
Clinic RN
Cayuga Hospital
2020.06 - 2020.11
Registered Nurse
Onward Healthcare
2020.01 - 2020.04
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
2019.10 - 2020.01
Registered Nurse
Cross Country TravCorps
2019.02 - 2019.05
Registered Nurse
trustaff
2018.09 - 2018.12
Registered Nurse
Stat Staff Professionals
2018.04 - 2018.09
Registered Nurse
Stat Staff Professionals
2018.03 - 2018.08
RN, Medical-Surgical
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
2017.10 - 2018.02
Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
2017.06 - 2017.08
RN Supervisor
Brookdale Fillmore Pond
2016.09 - 2017.05
RN Director Of Nursing- Interim
Cresent Manor
2015.05 - 2016.08
RN, Medical-Surgical
Mt Auscutney Hospital
2014.09 - 2015.03
RN Floor Nurse
Grace Cottage Hospital/Rehab
2014.05 - 2014.08
RN, Medical-Surgical
Bassett Hospital
2013.12 - 2014.05
RN Floor Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
2013.09 - 2013.12
Registered Nurse Oncology
Glens Falls Hospital
2011.05 - 2013.08
Nurse Manager
Westmount Health Care Facility
2004.01 - 2011.05
AAS Nursing -
SUNY Adirondack
LPN - Nursing
Southern Adirondack Votec
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