Leslie Tozer
Mountain Home
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with 14 years of extensive experience in many acute care settings. Proven leadership in acting as Charge nurse and mentoring new and seasoned staff. Expertise in wound care, combined with strong critical thinking and adaptability in acute situations. Ability to manage rapid response and Code situations calmly with good patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Traveler
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying changes in condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation process, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients on disease management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts through thorough handover reportings and clear communication among healthcare team members.
- Established trust with diverse patient populations, employing cultural sensitivity when delivering culturally competent nursing care.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing healing time and preventing complications.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment for patients through strict adherence to infection control protocols.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as diabetes or heart failure using advanced clinical skills gained from continuing education courses.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, minimizing adverse reactions or errors.
- Responded efficiently to critical situations, applying life-saving interventions under pressure while maintaining composure.
- Promoted patient advocacy, ensuring all patients received appropriate care and resources.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Travel Registered Nurse
Shift Key/Favorite Healthcare Staffing
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Hill Top Village
02.2017 - 09.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY12-2010
Skills
- Leadership and management
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Geriatric nursing
- Diabetes management
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Cardiac care
- Hospice care
- Orthopedic nursing
- Patient education
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment
- Family education
- Regulatory compliance
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
Certification
- ACLS, American Heart Association - expires 6/2026
- BLS, American Heart Association - expires 3/2027
- Licensed Registered Nurse - #844265 -expires 9/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Traveler
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Shift Key/Favorite Healthcare Staffing
07.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Hill Top Village
02.2017 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Monroe Community College
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