Lauren Abney
Winchester,KY
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse bringing 12 years in healthcare of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtually Integrated Care Nurse Supervisor
CommonSpirit Health
Lexington, Ky
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough staff training sessions and promoting open communication among team members.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through care plans and consistent followup.
- Increased staff retention rates by fostering a supportive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Facilitated timely discharge planning by coordinating with case managers, social workers, and physicians to ensure all necessary documentation was completed accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards through diligent monitoring and prompt resolution of identified issues.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas of opportunity within the unit''s processes or procedures that could be enhanced or streamlined for better overall performance.
- Mentored new hires and provided ongoing coaching to experienced staff members through constructive feedback, tailored education sessions and shadowing opportunities for skill development.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Clark Regional Medical Center
Winchester, KY
07.2019 - Current
- Charge nurse experience
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
LPN
Clark Regional Medical Center
Winchester, Ky
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
CNA
Clark Regional Medical Center
Winchester, Ky
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing Education
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY05.2021
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY05.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY12.2016
Skills
- Unit Oversight
- Student Precepting
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Cardiac Arrest
- Electronic Charting
- Delegation and Motivation
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Updating Medical Charts
Certification
- ENPC Training
- TNCC Training
- NRP training
- ACLS
- BLS
- ALS
Timeline
Virtually Integrated Care Nurse Supervisor
CommonSpirit Health
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Clark Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
LPN
Clark Regional Medical Center
03.2017 - 07.2019
CNA
Clark Regional Medical Center
01.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing Education
Galen College of Nursing
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College