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Work History
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Leslie Long

Summary

Adept at enhancing patient outcomes, I have leveraged strong clinical judgment and compassion significantly improving patient satisfaction. Continually foster a supportive environment to promote quality improvement initiatives, administration and facility

goals.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Field Staff

Complete Hospice and Palliative Care
10.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Performed triage, admissions, completed care plans, ordered appropriate DME and supplies.

RN Staff ICU and 3 North

Comanche County Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 08.2024
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients providing direct patient care recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

RN Staff Nurse

Southwestern Medical Center Behavioral Health
04.2017 - 08.2019
  • Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.

RN Clinical Supervisor Rehab CRU and SNIF Tower 4

Duncan Regional Hospital
04.2013 - 03.2017
  • Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly.
  • Coordinated nursing activities and staffing.
  • Trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development, evaluations annually and continuing education to employees.

RN, Critical Care

Saint Anthony's Hospital
01.2000 - 04.2013
  • Enhanced the overall quality of patient care by actively participating in unit-based committees and contributing valuable insights on best practices and policy development.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from patients and their families for providing exceptional bedside manner, compassionate support, and clear communication throughout the critical care journey.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating workloads while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure, effectively managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

RN Supervisor Administrator

Deaconess Hospital Home Health
07.1995 - 01.2000
  • Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers.
  • Developed and enforced policies and procedures, maintaining corporate, state and federal compliance with guidelines, as well as nursing practice standards.

USAF Flight Nurse

USAF/OKANG 137th AES
05.1992 - 01.2000
  • Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
  • Utilized advanced flight nursing knowledge and skills to provide exceptional patient care in challenging environments while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
  • Managed onboard inventory of medications and supplies to ensure adequate preparation for each mission.

RN House Supervisor

Baptist Medical Center
11.1988 - 01.1994
  • Served as a liaison between administration and clinical staff, facilitating open communication channels for policy updates and concerns.
  • Fostered an inclusive work environment that valued diversity among staff members and encouraged collaboration across disciplines.
  • Ensured smooth hospital operations during night shifts, rounding on all units and addressing staffing needs, any emergencies including all Code Blue, transplant delivery/transportation, IT needs or other issues promptly.

Education

Pursued BSN - Nursing

University of Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, OK

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

OSU
Oklahoma City, OK
12.1988

Skills

  • Licensed RN, Basic Life Support Certified
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Cardiac/Critical care and Medical Surgery
  • Hospice/Home and Long Term Care

Accomplishments

    Betty Apple Nurse of the year Nominee Duncan Regional Hospital. Clinical Safety Award Southwestern Medical Center.

Certification

Prior certifications include: ACLS, PALS, CPR instructor. Certification in Gerontological nursing.

Timeline

RN Field Staff

Complete Hospice and Palliative Care
10.2024 - Current

RN Staff ICU and 3 North

Comanche County Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 08.2024

RN Staff Nurse

Southwestern Medical Center Behavioral Health
04.2017 - 08.2019

RN Clinical Supervisor Rehab CRU and SNIF Tower 4

Duncan Regional Hospital
04.2013 - 03.2017

RN, Critical Care

Saint Anthony's Hospital
01.2000 - 04.2013

RN Supervisor Administrator

Deaconess Hospital Home Health
07.1995 - 01.2000

USAF Flight Nurse

USAF/OKANG 137th AES
05.1992 - 01.2000

RN House Supervisor

Baptist Medical Center
11.1988 - 01.1994

Pursued BSN - Nursing

University of Oklahoma

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

OSU

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