Leslie Cobb
Rockingham,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at FirstHealth of the Carolinas, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and compassionate support. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring safety and comfort for diverse patient populations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
FirstHealth of the Carolinas- Richmond Memorial Hospital
03.2017 - Current
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs to identify changes in health status promptly.
- Supported nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Participated in infection control measures to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Engaged in continuous learning through training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Sandhills Regional Medical Center, Firstsource-Medassist
06.2002 - 03.2017
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs to identify changes in health status promptly.
- Supported nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Participated in infection control measures to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Engaged in continuous learning through training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC05.2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- EMR / EHR
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- ADL assistance
- Staff supervision
- Personal care needs
- Patient relations
- Chest pain management
- Emergency procedures
- HIPAA education
- Emergency care
- Cardiac care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mobility assistance
- Removing sutures
- Managing deadlines
- Seizure management
- Feeding assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Call triaging
- Evaluations
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
STABLE
TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
FirstHealth of the Carolinas- Richmond Memorial Hospital
03.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sandhills Regional Medical Center, Firstsource-Medassist
06.2002 - 03.2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Richmond Community College
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