Mindy Grace
Ozark,AL
Summary
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
Home Health RN Case Manager
Southeast AL Homecare
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive health management.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized nursing interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as necessary.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
- Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
SouthernCare
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient needs and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and end-of-life options for informed decision-making.
- Developed and maintained electronic health records to document patient progress and interventions accurately.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss care goals, ensuring alignment with patient wishes and values.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Southeast Health
09.2012 - 06.2022
- Monitored patient recovery from anesthesia, ensuring stability and addressing post-operative complications.
- Administered medications and IV therapies in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop individualized care plans for post-anesthesia patients.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery processes.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southeast Health
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Administered critical medications and treatments to stabilize patients in ICU settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and clinical data to assess patient conditions continuously.
- Educated families on patient care procedures and recovery processes effectively.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Bay Medical Center
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in CVICU setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess patient vitals and detect abnormalities.
CCU Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and recovery strategies.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and respond to changing needs.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southeast Health Medical Center
05.2008 - 08.2009
- Led initiatives to improve infection control protocols within the critical care unit.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and decision-making abilities.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, improving overall patient outcomes in critical care settings.
- Facilitated training sessions on advanced life support techniques for nursing personnel.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama, AL12-2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL05-2008
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical assessment
- Compassionate patient care
- Patient and family education
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- OASIS proficiency
- Wound care management
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Southeast AL Homecare
04.2023 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
SouthernCare
06.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, PACU
Southeast Health
09.2012 - 06.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southeast Health
07.2011 - 09.2012
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Bay Medical Center
08.2010 - 07.2011
CCU Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
08.2009 - 08.2010
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southeast Health Medical Center
05.2008 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College