Louise Pollard RN
Venetia,PA
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
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St Clair Urgent Care
Bethel Park, PA
2021.09 - Current
- Assesses Urgent Care patients charts, prescribed medication, and test results upon arrival
- Performing physical examination, as well as and tracking heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.
- Interpreting laboratory test results and collaborating with physicians on treatment plans.
- Maintaining and updating medical charts, patient files and health records.
- Explaining treatment, procedures and after-care instructions, as well as answering patients questions.
Registered Nurse
Tri State Surgery Center
Washington, PA
2017.08 - 2021.09
- Successfully assessed and recovered adult and pediatric patients in a face paced multiple specialty facility
- Excellent IV skills
- Strong teaching and time management skills
- Successfully oriented and mentored new hires
- Collaborated with multi-disciplines for the best outcome of the patient
- Performed Quality Assurance duties for the surgery center
Registered Nurse
Mt Lebanon Surgical Center Of St Clair Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
2007.11 - 2017.08
- Performed circulating duties for Plastics, Urology, Ophthalmology and Pain Management
- Collaborated with team members for a safe and effective surgical case
- Provided accurate care and handling of specimens and grafts
- Maintained sterility of surgical field and observe for any breaches in asepsis
- Strong attention to detail Problem solve, prepare, and run surgical equipment and
- Anticipated needs of the surgical team
Registered Nurse
Southwestern Eye Surgery Center
Washington, PA
2005.06 - 2007.11
- Maintained a sterile environment
- Prepared patient in Operating Room for surgery
- Provided needed supplies to surgeons for successful surgery
- Reported all aspects of surgery to PACU nurse for recovery
Registered Nurse
Albert Gallatin Homecare
Washington, PA
1994.07 - 2005.06
- Prepared updates on patients progress to determine extent of home health care needs
- Identified patient discharge needs and assisted with care recommendations
- Provided customized home healthcare to patients
- Connected with various insurance companies to update patient’s needs and determine continued visit eligibility
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Excellent assessment skills
- Excellent teaching skills
- Treatment planning
- Collaboration with other disciplines
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Time management
Certification
Registered Nurse
Advanced Certified Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St Clair Urgent Care
2021.09 - Current
Registered Nurse
Tri State Surgery Center
2017.08 - 2021.09
Registered Nurse
Mt Lebanon Surgical Center Of St Clair Hospital
2007.11 - 2017.08
Registered Nurse
Southwestern Eye Surgery Center
2005.06 - 2007.11
Registered Nurse
Albert Gallatin Homecare
1994.07 - 2005.06
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County