Lorraine Bethay
Yakima,WA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff RN with extensive experience, excelling in patient care coordination and education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Skilled in medication administration and critical thinking, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN
Virginia Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, procedures, and health management strategies.
- Assisted in managing patient flow and prioritizing care based on clinical needs and urgency.
Charge,staff Nurse
Astria Regional Medical Center
08.1997 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to update patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Staff Nurse, Charge Nurse and Team Leader
Good Samaritan
09.1996 - 08.1997
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and post-discharge care strategies.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and tailor interventions effectively.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wash State University
Yakima, WA05-2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06-1996
Associate of Arts - General
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06-1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education
- Emergency care
- Patient care coordination
- Cardiac care
- Care plan development
- Direct patient care
- Team training and development
- Critical care
- Critical thinking
- Documentation
Timeline
Staff RN
Virginia Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 12.2021
Charge,staff Nurse
Astria Regional Medical Center
08.1997 - 01.2020
Staff Nurse, Charge Nurse and Team Leader
Good Samaritan
09.1996 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wash State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yakima Valley Community College
Associate of Arts - General
Yakima Valley Community College