Lauren Russell MSN, RN
Grandview,Texas
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, leadership role(ICU Charge RN), and care coordination manager in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Energetic individual successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Grandview ISD
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
- Submitted state vaccination requirements for district
- Submitted state screenings for district
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Texas Health Cleburne
08.2022 - Current
- Responsibilities include initial social and physical evaluation, following through in patient stay at hospital, and discharge planning
- Excellent communication with floor nurses, managers, and facility liaisons to complete care of patient.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
- Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Nurse Case Manager Supervisor
Texas Health Cleburne
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided ongoing support to case managers in crisis situations, guiding them through problem-solving strategies and promoting best practice approaches.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing effective case management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients'' needs, leading to tailored interventions and supports for each individual.
- Enhanced team performance through regular supervision, coaching, and training of case managers.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
CVICU Charge Nurse
Texas Health
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Charge Nurse over 25 bed ICU with 12-14 RNs and 2 PCTS each shift.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
TEXAS HEALTH FORT WORTH
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Earned additional training including CRRT, Impella, Intra-aortic Balloon Pump, and post- op CABG patients
- Served as preceptor for new graduates and new nurses to unit.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
CVICU Nurse Extern
TEXAS HEALTH FORT WORTH
06.2016 - 02.2017
Patient care tech
TEXAS HEALTH Huguley
05.2015 - 10.2016
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12.2019
BSN -
University of Texas
Arlington12.2016
Skills
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Clear Patient Communication
- Disease Processes
- Accurate Documentation
- Managing Patient Cases
- Patient and Family Liaison
- Delegation and Motivation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
Additional Information
UBC chair and Co-Chair
SGC Co-Chair
Preceptor
Charge RN
Timeline
School Nurse
Grandview ISD
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager Supervisor
Texas Health Cleburne
01.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Texas Health Cleburne
08.2022 - Current
CVICU Charge Nurse
Texas Health
09.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, CVICU
TEXAS HEALTH FORT WORTH
02.2017 - 05.2021
CVICU Nurse Extern
TEXAS HEALTH FORT WORTH
06.2016 - 02.2017
Patient care tech
TEXAS HEALTH Huguley
05.2015 - 10.2016
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Texas Tech University
BSN -
University of Texas
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