Matthew Oakes
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
Expert Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse with proven clinical knowledge and judgment. Highly trained in cardiac procedures and successful at keeping patients comfortable for invasive work. Attentive to both patients' clinical needs and staff members' procedural requirements. Certified in ACLS.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health System
Kingsport, TN
06.2009 - 06.2024
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Criminology (minor SOAA)
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN12-2004
Associate of Science - University Parallel
Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN05-2002
Skills
- Patient Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Emergency Response
- Critical Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Physical assessments
- Vascular care understanding
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Education
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Critical Care Nursing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Supply Maintenance
- Physician assistance
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- Procedure Support
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Electrophysiology Proficiency
- Diagnostic imaging interpretation
- Cardiac Catheterization Expertise
- Intravenous Therapy Administration
- Interventional Cardiology Knowledge
- Emergency Response Preparedness
- Vascular Access Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Procedural Sedation
- Infection Control
- Student Precepting
- Initial Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Medical Supply Management
- Medication and IV administration
- ICD-10
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Unit Oversight
- Heartsaver First Aid (First Aid)
- Epic EHR Management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- OR and ER experience
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health System
06.2009 - 06.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Criminology (minor SOAA)
East Tennessee State University
Associate of Science - University Parallel
Northeast State Community College