Lorrie Harrison
Alabaster,AL
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with over 16 years experience in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong assessment, critical thinking, clinical and communication skills ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assessment Coordinator
Nhs Management
Columbiana, AL
05.2024 - Current
- Reviewed admission documents for accuracy prior to initiation of initial assessment process.
- Facilitated team meetings with members from other departments such as Social Services, Dietary, Activities, Rehabilitation services, to discuss resident issues and concerns related to the MDS process.
- Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork.
- Monitored the effectiveness of care plans and adjusted as needed based on changes in residents' conditions.
- Contributed actively toward successful achievement of goals outlined by management for improved quality outcomes related to resident assessments.
- Ensured that all necessary documentation was obtained prior to discharge planning activities being initiated.
- Conducted assessments of resident needs, abilities, and preferences, and developed appropriate care plans.
- Participated in regular quality assurance audits to assess compliance with standards and regulations.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
Direrctor of Critical Care
Vaughn Regional Medical Center
Selma, AL
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed daily operations of the critical care unit including staffing levels, budgeting, scheduling and equipment needs.
- Recruited, hired, and monitored the training of new staff.
- Conducted daily audits of chart documentation, staffing reports, and unit log books.
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, protocols and standards for the critical care department.
- Participated in hospital committees that address issues related to quality assurance, risk management or patient safety initiatives.
- Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive medical services to critically ill patients.
- Conducted regular rounds on units to assess performance levels of clinical staff and identify areas needing improvement.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Multiple agencies
10.2016 - 04.2023
- Performed physical assessments of critically ill patients in the ICU setting.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to manage complex medical treatments and changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, vital signs, and I/Os.
- Managed critically ill patients receiving oxygen therapy via mechanical ventilation, BiPAP, CPAP, Hi-Flow, etc.
- Managed critically ill patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapy.
- Initiated and titrated critical IV medications, including vasopressors, insulin drips, anticoagulants, and anticonvulsants.
- Actively participated in daily interdisciplinary team rounds to discuss plans of care for assigned patients.
- Participated in code blue situations providing rapid assessment and interventions as appropriate.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their loved ones throughout the ICU stay.
ICU Staff RN
UAB Medical West
Bessemer, AL
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care
- Monitored patient condition, progress and medication side effects, accurately recording and reporting on changes
- Participated in continuing education programs to enhance training and nursing knowledge
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
Charge Nurse Surgical ICU
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
Alabaster, AL
05.2008 - 10.2016
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership
- Oversaw daily activities and continuous development of 12 nurses
- Identified areas in need of clinical improvement and implemented process changes to accommodate
- Monitored delivery of patient care for entire unit, including implementation of care plans
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity
- Performed patient evaluations and developed care plans in alignment with needs
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones
- Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines
- Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
Education
Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL2008
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Leadership
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Assessment and documentation
- Patient education
- Broad medical terminology knowledge
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution
- Preoperative care, Postoperative care
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Resident Assessment Coordinator
Nhs Management
05.2024 - Current
Direrctor of Critical Care
Vaughn Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 05.2024
ICU Staff RN
UAB Medical West
08.2018 - 08.2020
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Multiple agencies
10.2016 - 04.2023
Charge Nurse Surgical ICU
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
05.2008 - 10.2016
Nursing
Jefferson State Community College