Mallory Bennington
Providence,NC
Summary
Multi-State Board Certified Registered Nurse with over five years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in urgent and Telemetry care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and supporting wide-spread healthcare system improvements. Compassionate Registered Nurse accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute
Danville, Virginia
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments to identify mental health needs and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in psychiatric settings.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote communication and healing among patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques to ensure patient safety and stability.
- Supported discharge planning by coordinating resources for ongoing care needs.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for psychiatric patients.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Registered Nurse
MedExpress Urgent Care
Danville , VA
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Registered Nurse
Sovah Health - Martinsville
Martinsville, VA
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Supervised telemetry unit while providing direct patient care to acutely ill patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
Loan Processor
Anderson Financial Services, LLC
Danville , VA
01.2005 - 08.2012
- Maintained complete confidentiality of all submitted information according to release guidelines.
- Maintained fast-paced schedule by consistently providing satisfactory application approval turnaround times.
- Discussed loan needs and financial histories with clients and conveyed information regarding application processes.
- Reviewed and verified borrowers' income, credit reports, property appraisals and supplemental information to prepare documents for underwriting.
- Obtained repeat business by building strong customer relations and delivering world-class customer service.
- Communicated with customers in person and via telephone to answer questions, process transactions and resolve issues.
- Coordinated administrative operations to bolster workflows and improve productivity.
- Reviewed documents and obtained additional information to complete accurate paperwork and avoid delays.
- Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Interacted professionally with customers and inside personnel, answering questions and responding to phone and email inquiries.
- Made orders for new office supplies based on demand and budgetary restraints.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tunstall High School
Dry Fork, VA06.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA05.2017
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medical screening
- Unit administration
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Patient Care
- Family and patient support
- Medical assessment
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Updating computer records
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Triaging
- Intake and discharge
- Follow-up calls
- Computerized charting specialist
- Coordinating referrals
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration expert
- Sick visit procedures
- Performing bladder scans
- Infectious disease control
- Removing stitches and staples
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Taking vitals
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Patient discharging
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
MedExpress Urgent Care
01.2019 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Sovah Health - Martinsville
06.2017 - 01.2019
Loan Processor
Anderson Financial Services, LLC
01.2005 - 08.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Patrick Henry Community College
High School Diploma -
Tunstall High School