Linda McPherson
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience delivering nursing care to propel desired patient outcomes. Expert at patient care planning, colleague communication and administering direct patient care. Compassionate patient advocate and quick-thinking problem solver with excellent judgment. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Motivated professional offering future MSN in Executive Leadership. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse (Clinical)
BAMC
3551 Roger Brooke Dr., TX
08.2024 - Current
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provide clinical oversight to nursing personnel providing nursing services to all patients coming for treatment and/or appropriate referral from other clinics.
- Provide nursing services to patients of all ages who are undergoing orthopedic procedures and surgery ranging from routine to complex.
- Plan, oversee, and schedule clinic nursing/ support staff activities in coordination with the medical officer in charge.
- Direct and conduct on the job training to staff members.
Clinical Registered Nurse-Gastroenterology Clinic
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients per doctors' orders.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Used Genesis to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information, laboratory test results and clinician orders.
- Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
- Observed and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of each patient.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare exam rooms for patients and prep for minor surgeries.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of care by comparing patient response with observable outcomes.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, FL
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
- Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
- Organized, implemented and appraised perioperative nursing care for each patient throughout entire surgery experience.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Perioperative Nurse Student
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
02.2015 - 04.2015
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Balanced school with extracurricular activities and built social connections for personal and professional growth.
- Worked as team member on complex academic projects.
- Followed course syllabus or lesson plan to perform and submit coursework and assignments.
- Joined extracurricular activities to explore interests or passions outside classroom.
- Attended classes or courses to attain subject mastery and formal recognition.
- Learned new methods, processes and procedures for research and writing.
- Attended classes and lectures to procure and absorb materials from handouts, textbooks or in-class presentations.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
04.2011 - 02.2015
- Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication.
- Calculated and administered IV, oral and subcutaneous medications, monitoring for adverse side effects.
- Supervised patient blood pressure, heart activity, blood oxygen saturation and breathing activity.
- Identified irregular telemetry readings and initiated corrective action plans.
- Coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Education
Master of Science - Executive Leadership
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
8300 Pat Booker Rd02.2011
Skills
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Examination
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Disease Prevention
- Diet and Nutrition
- Delegation and Motivation
- Infection Control
- Patient Testing
- Patient Education
- Clinical judgment
- Nursing staff leadership
Additional Information
- Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA), Successfully completed Best Practices in Organ and Tissue Donation
- Volunteer Bone Marrow Donor
- Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Advocated for a family of five siblings in the foster care system
- Presented Poster and Podium presentation using Evidence Based Practice while at a Tri-service Nursing Research Program (2014)
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) by the Battalion Command Sergeant Major for exceptional community support of a physical fitness program comprised of fifth graders at an elementary school
Timeline
Nurse (Clinical)
BAMC
08.2024 - Current
Clinical Registered Nurse-Gastroenterology Clinic
Brooke Army Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
06.2017 - 04.2021
Perioperative Nurse Student
Brooke Army Medical Center
02.2015 - 04.2015
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
04.2011 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Executive Leadership
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
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