MARY HUNGERFORD
Sacred Heart School
Lenexa,KS
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Language
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Certification
23
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with nearly 25 years of diverse adult and pediatric nursing roles. Achieved optimal patient outcomes through effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering a positive, supportive environment.
Work History
School Nurse
7 Years 11 Months- Administered prescribed medications and documented treatments according to school health procedures.
- Assessed student symptoms and delivered prompt first aid for illness and injury cases.
- Maintained confidential health records, immunization files, and daily visit logs for compliance.
- Coordinated care plans with parents, teachers, and administrators to support student needs.
- Conducted health screenings and identified concerns requiring follow-up or referral.
- Educated students and staff on hygiene, wellness, and infection prevention practices.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 8 Months- Administered infusion therapies to patients in clinical settings.
- Conducted oncology assessments and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive medications following infusion safety protocols.
- Triaged patient symptoms and escalated urgent concerns to providers promptly.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care plans with physicians, pharmacists, and care teams.
- Educated patients on treatment regimens, side effects, and home symptom management.
- Monitored lab results and infusion reactions to support safe treatment delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
7 Years 10 Months- Agency Staff RN in adult care: ICU, Med-Surg, Clinics
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
2 Years 2 Months- Provided patient care in progressive care unit
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing the physician’s medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Clinical documentation
Patient education
Triage assessment
Clinical judgment
Compassionate nursing
Caregiver support
Patient advocacy
Certification
Kansas Nursing License (RN): current, expires 10/2028
Basic Life Support: current, expires 10/2026, scheduled to renew 10/27/2026
LANGUAGES
English Native
Timeline
School Nurse
Sacred Heart School
08.2018 - 07.2026Read More
Registered Nurse
The University of Kansas Cancer Center
12.2016 - 08.2018Read More
Registered Nurse
Parallon Workforce Management Solutions
03.2006 - 01.2014Read More
Registered Nurse
Heartland Regional Medical Center
01.2004 - 03.2006Read More
Missouri Western State University
Bachelor's of Science from Nursing
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