MINNIE WILSON
Mcleansboro,IL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Hamilton Memorial Hospital District, excelling in emergency triage and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Skilled in EKG interpretation and medication delivery, effectively managing complex cases while ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering patient satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hamilton Memorial Hospital District
04.2011 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with other department in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HAMILTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
04.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
SILVER FOXES SENIOR LIVING AND REHAB CENTER
09.2009 - Current
- Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson''s disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through close monitoring of patients and timely intervention in case of complications.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts, ensuring seamless transitions from the nursing home setting to home or other facilities as needed.
- Implemented quality assurance measures that resulted in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction rates.
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients with challenging behavioral symptoms related to cognitive decline, utilizing non-pharmacological interventions and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for effective management.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during end-of-life care, facilitating a dignified transition for all parties involved.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations and upholding professional ethics.
- Managed the timely administration of medications, vaccinations, and other prescribed treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, accurately identifying changes in patient condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
REND LAKE COLLEGE
468 KEN GRAY PKWY, INA , IL. 6284605-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY-IIT
TIBANGA, ILIGAN CITY. PHILIPPINES03-1991
Skills
- EKG interpretation
- Patient assessments
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Medication Delivery
- Compassionate care
- Intravenous therapy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Ethical practice
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical records management
- Emergency triage
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Critical thinking
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Strong clinical judgment
- Student precepting
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient and family advocacy
- Documentation
- Compassionate and caring
- Patient condition monitoring
- Emergency diagnostics
- Cardiac monitors
- Wound care
- Nursing performance assessment
- Attention to detail
- Delegation and motivation
- Intake and discharge
- Direct patient care
- Decision-making
- Clear patient communication
- Diabetes management
- Medical procedure preparation
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- Insulin medication assistance
- Infection control
- Treatment recommendations
- Treatment preparation
- Oxygen saturation standards
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to maximum capacity to ER patients in fast-pace environment.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 ( NURSING HOME) patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA' regulations for maximum quality and control.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- ILLINOIS Driver's License
- PALS
- CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION FOR MANDATED REPORTER (DCFS)
Languages
FILIPINO
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hamilton Memorial Hospital District
04.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HAMILTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
04.2011 - Current
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
SILVER FOXES SENIOR LIVING AND REHAB CENTER
09.2009 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
REND LAKE COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY-IIT
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