LAUREN MATTHEWS
Daphne,AL
Summary
Motivated professional with extensive experience providing quality patient care in a variety of healthcare settings. Demonstrated ability to quickly assess patient needs and develop comprehensive treatment plans. Adept at using electronic health records (EHR) to document patient data, maintain medical records and track treatment progress. Committed to evidence-based practice and continuing education to stay abreast of developments in the healthcare field.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy RN
USA Providence
04.2023 - Current
- Proficient in all aspects of GI lab including roles of pre-op nurse, circulator nurse, scope tech, and recovery nurse.
- Proficient at completing pre-op tasks efficiently while informing anesthesia/physician of any concerning findings.
- Facilitates procedural documentation while taking notes for physician and supporting scope technician as needed.
- Proficient in setup, utilization, and post-procedure cleanup of Fuji scopes
- Proficient in facilitating patient recovery post-procedure and educating patients and families on procedural findings and post-operative instructions.
RN Team Leader
Fresenius Kidney Care
12.2020 - 03.2023
- As a RN Team Leader at Fresenius Kidney Care, my responsibilities include: conducting and documenting assessments, medication administration, reporting abnormal findings to the physician, managing water treatment systems, assuring proper collection of lab specimens and preparing specimens for transport, delegating appropriate tasks to patient care technicians, and managing patient schedules/appointments.
RN Acute
BayPointe Hospital, US
03.2017 - 03.2020
- As an RN for the Children’s Hospital Unit responsibilities include: monitoring the care and daily activities of children with acute mental illness, performing assessments and reassessing when appropriate, administering prescribed medications, and monitoring for adverse reactions to treatments/medications.
RN Case Manager
Thomas Hospital
05.2016 - 01.2017
- As a Case Manager at Thomas Hospital, I was responsible for the utilization review and discharge planning of the medical intensive care unit, the surgical intensive care unit, and the women and children’s floor.
RN Case Manager
Angels Care Home Health, US
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Duties included: performing and completing oasis forms (start of care, recertification, resumption of care, etc.), providing skilled services (wound care, education), performing head to toe assessments, and medication management.
Charge Nurse
Baptist Hospital, US
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Duties included making patient assignments, ensuring patient safety, working closely with floor nurses and the house supervisor to enhance continuity of care, ordering supplies, and resolving staff/patient conflicts.
Charge Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care, US
07.2012 - 10.2014
- My responsibilities included: conducting and documenting assessments, medication administration, reporting abnormal findings to the physician, managing water treatment systems, assuring proper collection of lab specimens and preparing specimens for transport, delegating appropriate tasks to patient care technicians/ LPNs, and managing patient schedules/appointments.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05-2013
AA Degree - General Studies
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05-2008
Associate In Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05-2012
Certification
- Alabama RN license
- American Heart Association ACLS Expires 03/2027
- American Heart Association BLS Expires 03/2027
Timeline
Endoscopy RN
USA Providence
04.2023 - Current
RN Team Leader
Fresenius Kidney Care
12.2020 - 03.2023
RN Acute
BayPointe Hospital, US
03.2017 - 03.2020
RN Case Manager
Thomas Hospital
05.2016 - 01.2017
RN Case Manager
Angels Care Home Health, US
01.2016 - 05.2016
Charge Nurse
Baptist Hospital, US
10.2014 - 01.2016
Charge Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care, US
07.2012 - 10.2014
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
University of West Florida
AA Degree - General Studies
Pensacola State College
Associate In Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Pensacola State College