Loyal, collaborative registered nurse with supervisory experience and a steadfast commitment to quality care and preventive care advocacy. Registered nurse with training and in-depth knowledge of acute and long term care patients. Provides high levels of teaching to patients and families for outpatient basis. Exceptional ability to multitask.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trustaff
01.2021 - Current
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.
House supervised at current hospital for the last 2 years when needed. Assist is making schedule for employees on unit.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Admitted and discharged critically ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Charge
Jennie Stuart Medical Center
11.2012 - 01.2021
Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment/ rehabilitative and supportive services as senior nurse on a primary health care team
Accurately recorded patients’ medical history and vital signs
Delivered high quality, compassionate treatment to indigent/low income patient community
Supervised a minimum of five employees on any given shift
Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders, and oriented patients to unit
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
REGISTERED NURSE, CHARGE
Murray-Calloway Hospital
07.1999 - 11.2012
Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative/supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team
Charge nurse on floor with 28 patients
Recorded patients’ medical histories, vital statistics and test results in medical records
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent/ low income community
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders/orient patients to unit
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Murray State University
Murray, KY
01.1999
Skills
Health and wellness expertise
Effective policy and program development
Extensive charge nurse experience
Diabetes, Hospice, and Stroke patient care
Skilled in conducting physical exam
Familiarity with disease management programs
ELNEC training (End-of-Life-Care)
Acute and rehabilitative care
Medical clinical procedure comprehension
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 01/01/97 - Present
CPR certified through American Heart Association, 01/01/97 - Present
Registered Nurse in the state of Kentucky, 1051209