Mary Wax
Emerson,IA
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
30 Day Readmission Team
UHC
02.2016 - 04.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
RN Health Care Coordinator
State of Iowa GRC
09.2008 - 02.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
RN Acute Psychiatric Unit
CHI
09.2004 - 09.2008
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
RN Float Pool
CHI
12.1999 - 09.2004
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
RN, Medical-Surgical
MCMH
11.1979 - 12.1999
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Nebraska Methodist School of Nursing
Omaha, NE06-1979
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Timeline
30 Day Readmission Team
UHC
02.2016 - 04.2021
RN Health Care Coordinator
State of Iowa GRC
09.2008 - 02.2016
RN Acute Psychiatric Unit
CHI
09.2004 - 09.2008
RN Float Pool
CHI
12.1999 - 09.2004
RN, Medical-Surgical
MCMH
11.1979 - 12.1999
Diploma - Nursing
Nebraska Methodist School of Nursing
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