Leah Spencer

Jacobs Creek Nursing and Rehab

09.2012 - Current

Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern.