Lisa Fleming, RN
Rutherfordton,NC
Summary
I hold an associate's degree in Nursing and have just shy of 10 years of bedside experience with med-surg, progressive care, and terminally ill patients; I treat sicknesses and injuries while simultaneously treating their chronic conditions. I am a dedicated employee seeking long term employment serving the community in which I live. I excel in using the nursing process, collaboration, as well communication skills to deliver high-quality care and am an asset to the interdisciplinary team. References are available upon request.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Rutherford Regional Health System
Rutherfordton, NC
01.2016 - Current
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and personalized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored rising nurses, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Continuing education and use of evidence-based practices, enhancing patient outcomes through quality care initiatives.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
Shelby, NC
04.2021 - 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Hospice Of The Foothills
Forest City, NC
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Advocated for patients' needs, effectively communicating with families to ensure understanding of treatment plans.
- 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.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Isothermal Community College
Spindale, NC05-2015
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Precepting
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- High level of autonomy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
04.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Hospice Of The Foothills
10.2017 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse
Rutherford Regional Health System
01.2016 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Isothermal Community College
Daisy Award Nominee 2024
Nominated by previous pt whose family members were nurses whom said "their expectations were high".