Mary Catherine [Cathy] Foley
Dearborn
Summary
Compassionate Clinic Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care management, wound dressing, and emergency response. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient experiences and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Nurse
Corewell
Dearborn
07.1999 - Current
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, physical therapists, dietitians.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services when needed.
- Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
- Actively sought out opportunities for continuing education related to clinical practice.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote better health outcomes.
- Identified potential safety risks associated with certain medications or treatments.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assisted physicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Performed wound care and assisted in the management of chronic conditions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss individual patient cases and coordinate care plans across departments.
- Answered patient questions regarding their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Education
Nursing - Nursing
St Clair College
Windsor, Ontario, Canada06-1975
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Attention to detail
- Surgical assistance
- Self motivation
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Diabetes management
- Collecting vitals
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Wound care
- Care coordination
- Home care
- Operating room skills
- Vascular care
Affiliations
- Love to read
- Love to travel
Accomplishments
- Maintained highest standards on all workplace evaluations
- CAP nurse 4 years running
Certification
- RN
- BLS
- ACLS [currently expired]
- CNOR[currently expired]
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinic Nurse
Corewell
07.1999 - Current
Nursing - Nursing
St Clair College
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