Mary Parker
Otis Orchards,WA
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at MultiCare Valley Hospital, adept in Clinical Judgment and Compassion. Significantly enhanced patient outcomes through innovative care plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in EMR/EHR, with a commitment to reducing medication errors. Excelled in mentoring staff, underscoring a blend of technical expertise and empathetic patient care. Dedicated and compassionate about nursing with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-Surgical Services/Emergency Room
MultiCare Valley Hospital
08.2016 - Current
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
RN-Emergency Room
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center
05.2011 - 02.2016
- Decreased hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care instructions.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare team members ensuring clear communication throughout the entire process from admission through discharge planning.
- Increased patient safety by promptly identifying and addressing potential risks or complications during their stay in the emergency room.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintained strict infection control measures to minimize risk of transmission within the Emergency Department setting.
- Ensured adherence to evidence-based nursing practices, maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
RN-Float Pool/Clinic/Emergency Room
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
03.1993 - 04.2011
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2023
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA03-1993
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Patient Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Team Coordination
- EMR / EHR
Timeline
RN-Surgical Services/Emergency Room
MultiCare Valley Hospital
08.2016 - Current
RN-Emergency Room
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center
05.2011 - 02.2016
RN-Float Pool/Clinic/Emergency Room
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
03.1993 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Lower Columbia College
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