Mary Pence
Randolph,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cattaraugus County Sheriff
Little Valley, NY
03.2010 - Current
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Registered Nurse
LHC Group- Willcare
Jamestown, NY
03.2010 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Provided timely feedback to healthcare providers regarding patient concerns, facilitating prompt resolution of issues and contributing to a positive patient experience.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Chautauqua
Jamestown, NY
07.2006 - 03.2014
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assisted in the training of nursing students during clinical rotations, fostering an environment conducive to learning and skill development.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient care delivery within the organization.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown, NY05.2006
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Performing EKGs
- Critical Care
- Home care
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Removing sutures
- Unit Administration
- Long-Term Care
- Vaccine administration
- Cardiac monitors
- Diet and Nutrition
- Procedure Assistance
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Staff Supervision
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Discharge
- Care Plan Development
- Clinical judgment
- Home Health Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Medical Recordkeeping
- ICD-10
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Insulin medication assistance
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cattaraugus County Sheriff
03.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
LHC Group- Willcare
03.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
UPMC Chautauqua
07.2006 - 03.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jamestown Community College