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Matthew Williamson

Daphne,AL

Summary

I am in search of long term employment. Patient-centered RN with experience treating patients in ICU, PCU, LTAC, SNF, Corrections and Psychiatric units. Communicates effectively with distressed patients and coordinates with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver quality care.

Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 5 years of direct patient care experience and emergent care situations. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of multiple treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Superviser

Gulf Coast Rehabilitation
04.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Developed effective care plans tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring comprehensive treatment approaches.
  • Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients between departments or facilities by maintaining clear communication channels with all stakeholders involved.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers.
  • Successfully managed resources within budget constraints while maintaining high-quality care standards for all patients served in the unit.
  • Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.

RN, ICU/ Med Surg

Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.

ICU Nurse

Spring Hill Medical Center
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
  • Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
  • Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.

Hospice Case Manager

Alabama Hospice Care
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
  • Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
  • Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
  • Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
  • Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.

ICU/ER Registered Nurse

University Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

RN, ICU/ Cardiac PCU

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola
04.2021 - 02.2023
  • Complete critical care unit (MICU/SICU) ranging from stroke, neuro, cardiac, COVID isolation, trauma treatment, and all things ICU
  • Critical drip management, critical thinking, bedside nursing care
  • Central line access and care, peripheral line insertion and care, OG/NG tube insertion and care, indwelling catheter insertion and care
  • ACLS certification, BLS certification, NIH certification, EKG strip interpretation, advanced pharmacology knowledge and practice for critical infusions, IV, oral, and IM medication
  • Critical care protocols for various pathologies, ie SEPSIS, MODS, DKA, CRRT (dialysis), AMI, post CABG recovery, FVO, etc
  • EVD management, lumbar drain management, LVO and SAH/SDH assessment and care, post heart cath care and management, post craniotomy care, post ortho trauma care, and wound care and assessment
  • Level 1 Stroke center and a Level 2 Trauma center
  • All system assessments and documentation
  • Managing ventilator patients and settings, including weaning critical patients off of the vent through SBT's
  • EBP sedation vacations every shift for patients that are hemodynamically stable
  • Tracheotomy and ETT care with ventilator patients
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations
  • Adhere to sterile procedures and infection- control protocols following treatments
  • Medication administration and storage procedures and regulations
  • Transporting stable/unstable patients for diagnostics
  • Patient codes and mass transfusions
  • Live and active CPR skills
  • COVID isolation patients and all isolation PPE with best practices
  • Blood specimens via IV, vamp, or central line
  • Collection of all fluid specimens
  • Interpret lab values and ABG’s
  • Adhering to prescribed order sets for electrolytes or blood products
  • Currently working in CV
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.

Psychiatric RN

AltaPointe Health
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Medical and psychiatric health care of involuntary consumers petitioned by the court
  • Physical assessments and vital signs recorded per shift as well as ongoing mental assessments for decompensation of consumers
  • Medication knowledge and administration of psychotropics and knowledge of general medication and administration
  • CIWA protocols and chemical restraints are occasionally necessary, also proficient in proper physical restraints
  • Insight into mental health disorders based on the DSM5 as a necessary resource
  • Participated in hospital committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives.
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
  • Verbal redirection or deescalate situations based on attitude and skills with the consumers
  • Documentation of each consumer according to hospital policies and to the treatment plan
  • Interaction with the treatment team and medical staff, and communication with all parties is essential to provide the best practice care to the consumers
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Charge Nurse LPN

AltaPointe Health
04.2019 - 03.2021
  • Completed intake assessments to determine level of care needed; developed and implemented individual short- and long- term psychiatric treatment plans for children, adolescents, adults and geriatric populations
  • Administered medications to clients on an inpatient unit suffering from mental health crisis and detox as well as medication education
  • Conducted full physical assessments upon admission and throughout stay on inpatient unit
  • Admissions and discharges
  • Assisted with auditing patient records
  • Supervisor to mental health associates
  • Conducted groups on mental, physical, and emotional well being
  • Member of treatment team assisting with implementing patient care plan
  • Monitoring and assessing behavior
  • Able to communicate with physicians accurately to obtain medication before behaviors escalate
  • Knowledgeable in pharmacological treatments to include proper dosing and administration and monitoring for side effects
  • Using therapeutic communication to maximize positive patient outcomes
  • Proper training in restraints and monitoring during restraint period for maximum patient safety
  • Discharge planning in the acute care setting
  • Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.

Dosing Nurse

New Seasons
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Administer Methadone or Buprenorphine/Naloxone or Mono Buprenorphine (Suboxone/Subutex) as ordered by the Medical Director and staff providers to maintain accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patient)
  • Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, and clinic
  • Conduct breath alcohol testing and urine collection and processing, reading test results as needed; ensures accurate completion of all forms involved in these procedures
  • Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration
  • Provide basic patient care or treatments, to include dressing wounds
  • Assessment of patients’ physical condition; reporting observations to providers either verbally or in writing
  • Alerts treatment staff of any observed changes in patients’ status
  • Enters and updates prescriptions and medications in the medical record
  • Accurately chart patient encounters and incidents in a timely manner
  • Records all inter-agency communications relating to the patient in a timely manner
  • Explains the proper use of dispensed medication and its effects to clients
  • Maintains current statistical records
  • Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave
  • Other duties as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor

LPN Staff Nurse

Naphcare, Inc
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Observe and assess patients
  • Administer effective comprehensive nursing care plans for patients
  • Administer treatments and medications for up to 325 inmates per shift
  • Monitor and report symptoms and changes in patient status
  • Collaborate with medical team on patient status
  • Maintain complete and accurate patient records
  • Prepare patients and assist with patient examinations and therapies
  • Assist with diagnostic tests and interpret results
  • Modify treatment plans where indicated
  • Advise patients on health maintenance and preventative medicine provide educational, emotional and psychological support to patients
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations
  • Adhere to infection-control protocols follow medication administration and storage procedures and regulations
  • Monitor and co-ordinate maintenance of equipment operation and inventory
  • Check and maintain nursing supplies inventory
  • Educate and instruct patients on home care needs.

Education

Pensacola State College
Pensacola, Florida
12.2020

Skills

  • BLS, ACLS, NIH
  • Dressing Changes
  • Rehabilitative Care
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Abdominal Surgery
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Chest Tubes
  • Mechanical Ventilators
  • Operational Standards
  • Patient Care and Monitoring
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Ventilator Care
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Central Line Placement
  • Endotracheal Intubation
  • Medical Records Management
  • Interpreting EKGs
  • Care Plan Development
  • Pharmacologic Intervention
  • Health Care System
  • Disease Processes
  • Answering Questions
  • Nursing Process
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Catheter Monitoring
  • Patient Education
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Emergency Care Management
  • Tracheotomy Equipment
  • Standards Administration
  • Temporary Pacemakers
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
  • Withdrawal Symptoms
  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
  • Acute and Chronic Pain
  • Universal Precautions
  • Cerebrovascular Accidents
  • External Pacemakers
  • EMR Systems
  • Heart Failure
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Acute Illness
  • PICC Lines
  • Psychosocial Analysis
  • Patient Coping Mechanisms
  • Record Updating
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Specimen Results Interpretation
  • Ulcer Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Immune Conditions
  • Pressure Wound Treatment
  • Proper Medical Equipment Storage
  • Electronic Document Management System
  • Sedation Management
  • Ng Tube
  • Progressive Care
  • After-Care Planning
  • Facility Policies and Procedures
  • Clinical assessment
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Clinical Leadership

Timeline

RN Superviser

Gulf Coast Rehabilitation
04.2024 - Current

RN, ICU/ Med Surg

Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
10.2023 - 05.2024

ICU Nurse

Spring Hill Medical Center
07.2023 - 10.2023

Hospice Case Manager

Alabama Hospice Care
05.2023 - 07.2023

ICU/ER Registered Nurse

University Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2023

Psychiatric RN

AltaPointe Health
12.2021 - 03.2022

RN, ICU/ Cardiac PCU

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola
04.2021 - 02.2023

Dosing Nurse

New Seasons
06.2020 - 12.2020

LPN Staff Nurse

Naphcare, Inc
12.2019 - 05.2020

Charge Nurse LPN

AltaPointe Health
04.2019 - 03.2021

Pensacola State College

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