Mandy Elmore
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Dedicated employee with a very strong work ethic. I have worked in diverse nursing environments for over 10 years and enjoy learning new things. I am a team player and I take pride in anything I do.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CQI Nurse
Centurion Group
Wartburg, TN
10.2020 - Current
- Track numbers and report them monthly
- Present and discuss trends in a monthly Warden Meeting
- Look for trends that indicate a need for improvement within our policies and daily practices
- Work collaboratively with security, case management, pharmacy, and providers to provide best outcomes of patient care
- Present education in staff meetings on areas of needed improvement
- Monitor the work of the floor nurses to ensure that they are following company policy, as well as standards of care, to provide excellent patient care
Corrections Staff Nurse
Centurion Group
Wartburg, TN
06.2015 - 10.2020
- Worked in multiple areas of the prison including the infirmary, high security, general population, and pharmacy
- Passed medications and performed sick calls in each unit
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
RN Psychiatric Nurse
Peninsula Hospital
Louisville, TN
01.2011 - 06.2015
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- 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.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of acute psychiatric patients.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
RN Residential Treatment Nurse
Norris Academy
Norris, TN
12.2010 - 06.2011
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN12-2010
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Physical assessments
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care and Education
- Team Player
Accomplishments
- I was awarded a plaque for winning first place in Tennessee in the company wide CQI Fair where I presented on a process I implemented to improve our documentation in our infirmary.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CQI Nurse
Centurion Group
10.2020 - Current
Corrections Staff Nurse
Centurion Group
06.2015 - 10.2020
RN Psychiatric Nurse
Peninsula Hospital
01.2011 - 06.2015
RN Residential Treatment Nurse
Norris Academy
12.2010 - 06.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University