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Laurie LaRue
St.Simons,GA
Summary
Adept at perioperative and critical care nursing, I leveraged my expertise in hemodynamic monitoring and compassionate patient care at Jeanes Hospital Temple Heath System to enhance patient outcomes. My collaborative efforts with multidisciplinary teams and dedication to continuous quality improvement significantly boosted patient satisfaction. Skilled in both emergency care and empathetic communication, I consistently achieve optimal patient care standards.
Experienced with operational tasks and administrative support. Utilizes strong communication skills and adaptability to meet team goals. Track record of effective problem-solving and collaboration to achieve desired outcomes.
Qualified Register Nurse with background in supporting organizational operations and enhancing team efficiency. Proven track record in managing daily tasks and contributing to strategic initiatives. Demonstrated ability in effective communication and problem-solving.
Professional, experienced staff member prepared for this role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable with changing needs. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and time management. Known for integrity, efficiency, and proactive approach to challenges.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN, CVICU
Temple Health Jeanes Hospital
06.2009 - 01.2023
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
- Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity.
- Set and worked towards ambitious goals with staff performance plans and regular check-in meetings.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in achieving performance goals.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines for business operations.
- Liaised with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations.
- Supported the professional development of team members by regularly sharing best practices, encouraging ongoing learning, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques during challenging situations, resulting in swift resolution of issues without compromising quality standards.
- Streamlined office operations by organizing filing systems, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records.
- Led training sessions for new staff, equipping them with necessary skills and knowledge for their roles.
- Boosted staff morale and engagement through organization of team-building activities.
Staff Nurse
Crozer Chester Medical Center
05.1995 - 05.2009
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
12-1986
- Honor Roll [Semester and Year]
Skills
- Perioperative nursing
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Surgical nursing
- Emergency care
- ECG interpretation
- Ethical practice
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Cardiac nursing
- Compassion and empathy
- Compassionate patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Critical care nursing
- Mental health nursing
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family support
- Cultural history
- Monitoring vital signs
- Geriatric nursing
- Discharge planning
- Documentation
- Quality improvement
- Diabetes management
- Continuous quality improvement
- Patient care assessment
- Cardiovascular assessment
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Ventilator management
- Patient condition monitoring
- Cardiac care
- Vasoactive medication administration
- Patient examination
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medical recordkeeping
- Invasive line management
- Procedure assistance
- Clinical decision making
- Accurate documentation
- IV insertion and maintenance
- First aid
- Oncology nursing
- Collecting vitals
- Compassionate care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication and IV administration
- Physical assessments
- Insulin medication assistance
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medical procedure preparation
- Specimen collection
- Blood transfusion
- Delegation and motivation
- EMR / EHR
- Oxygen therapy
- Clear patient communication
- Regulatory compliance
- Honest and dependable
- Preventive healthcare
- Reliable and responsible
- Patient care
- Adaptable and flexible
- Routine examinations
- Direct patient care
- Blood transfusion administration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Georgia Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceWork from home optionSoftware
Cerner
Med Tech
Timeline
Staff RN, CVICU - Temple Health Jeanes Hospital
06.2009 - 01.2023
Staff Nurse - Crozer Chester Medical Center
05.1995 - 05.2009
Regent College - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
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