Lisa Sisson
Silver Creek,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
Atrium- Polk Medical Center
12.2011 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
RN Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health Care
01.1994 - 12.2011
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
RN Floor Nurse
Floyd Medical Center
Jan1990 - Jan1994
- Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Expedited recovery times by implementing evidence-based wound care techniques as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Floyd Jr College
Rome, GA06.1987
High School Diploma -
Rockmart High School
Rockmart, GA05.1983
Skills
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Central Line Care
- Team Collaboration
- Diabetes Management
- Electronic Health Records
- Isolation Precautions
- Care coordination
- Case evaluation
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication
- Goal setting
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Verbal Communication
- Calm Under Pressure
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Critical Thinking
- Supervision and leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Data Entry
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
Affiliations
- Georgia Nursing Association
Certification
Medical-Surgical Nursing Medsurg-BC.
ANCC Certifications since March 2017.
ACLS Certification since 2013.
BCLS Certification since 1981.
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical
Atrium- Polk Medical Center
12.2011 - Current
RN Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health Care
01.1994 - 12.2011
RN Floor Nurse
Floyd Medical Center
Jan1990 - Jan1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Floyd Jr College
High School Diploma -
Rockmart High School
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