Maria Cote
Baystate Hospital
Springfield,MA
4
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in IV insertion,experience in different field of nursing, patient assessments, and direct care. Committed to improving patient outcomes through quality initiatives and compassionate, holistic care,32 years experience nurse.
Work History
Registered Nurse
4 Years 5 Months- Administered patient care and medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical best practices and patient interactions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Streamlined documentation processes to enhance accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Science
Skills
Licensed RN
Medication and IV administration
Intravenous therapy
Medication delivery
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Patient evaluation
Patient monitoring
Wound care
Infection control measures
Documentation and charting
Patient management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baystate Hospital
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