LAURIE WILSON
NORRISTOWN,PA
Summary
Regulatory compliance expert with extensive experience in staff training and decision-making. Demonstrated success in enhancing healthcare quality through effective survey methodologies and interdisciplinary collaboration. Registered Nurse skilled in delivering high-quality patient care and performing accurate assessments under pressure. Proven leader adept at guiding nursing teams to achieve patient care goals and improve satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Delaware Valley Veterans Home
Philadelphia, PA
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care in health settings.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Oversaw compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards within the facility.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
- Managed crisis situations, providing immediate support and intervention for patients in distress.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining morale.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, ancillary departments, families and other healthcare providers.
PRN Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Montgomery County Emergency Services
Norristown, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications to patients following established protocols and guidelines.
- Assessed patient mental health status through interviews and observations daily.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately and timely.
- Provided crisis intervention support to individuals experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Participated in discharge planning meetings by providing information on available resources within the community.
- Performed assessments of suicide risk factors among high-risk populations utilizing evidence-based guidelines.
- Provided crisis intervention services to stabilize acute psychiatric episodes.
Health Care Nurse Surveyor
Dept of Health
Norristown, PA
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Adept at identifying potential risks or deficiencies related to patient safety and quality of care.
- Extensive experience in developing corrective action plans based on survey findings.
- Demonstrated ability to assess and evaluate patient care services in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and laws.
Forensics RN
Norristown State Hospital
Norristown, PA
06.2020 - 11.2023
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
Geriatric Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Suburban Community Health Hospital
East Norriton, PA
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Haven Behavioral Health Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Provided leadership and supervision for nursing staff in a hospital setting.
- Successfully managed workflow of day-to-day operations by utilizing effective problem solving skills.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, families, staff members, and vendors regarding patient status updates.
Admissions Intake Registered Nurse
Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for psychiatric patients, utilizing evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Identified potential safety concerns among behavioral health unit staff members and took appropriate action when necessary.
- Collaborated with community organizations providing resources for those struggling with mental health issues.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Friends Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
09.2012 - 01.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Dixon School Of Nursing
Abington05.2007
Diploma - Nursing
Manor College
Jenkintown, PASkills
- Patient safety and quality improvement
- Clinical assessment and accreditation
- Medical record review and auditing
- Regulatory compliance and standards
- Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
- Interviewing techniques and active listening
- Staff training and development
- Written communication and documentation
- Computer literacy and Epic Systems proficiency
- Team collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork
- Decision making and problem solving
- Infection control and healthcare laws
- Time management and multitasking
- Vital signs monitoring and patient charting
- Patient education and needs assessment
- CPR/AED certification and emergency response
- Equipment inspection and intravenous medications
References
References available upon request
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Delaware Valley Veterans Home
05.2025 - Current
PRN Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Montgomery County Emergency Services
02.2024 - Current
Health Care Nurse Surveyor
Dept of Health
11.2023 - 05.2025
Forensics RN
Norristown State Hospital
06.2020 - 11.2023
Geriatric Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Suburban Community Health Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Haven Behavioral Health Hospital
09.2018 - 11.2020
Admissions Intake Registered Nurse
Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital
01.2017 - 06.2020
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Friends Hospital
09.2012 - 01.2019
Diploma - Nursing
Dixon School Of Nursing
Diploma - Nursing
Manor College