Lindsey Duda
North Huntingdon,PA
Summary
A seasoned Registered Nurse from AHN Jefferson Hospital, I excel in delivering compassionate, holistic care and mastering complex problem-solving. My expertise in medication administration and patient education, coupled with a track record of enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction, showcases my commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
AHN Jefferson Hospital
06.2006 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- 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.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05.2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Intake and discharge
- Cardiac care
- Orthopedic care
- Neuro care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
AHN Jefferson Hospital
06.2006 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Community College of Allegheny County
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