Misty Rossman
Curtice,OH
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Select Medical Corporation, showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside exceptional patient care. Leveraged strong clinical judgment and compassion to improve patient outcomes, while mentoring staff to enhance team performance. Skilled in emergency response and patient education, consistently achieving high-quality care standards. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Medical Corporation
09.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
BioTek
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Physicals on new donors and returning donors.
- Assessment of donor health history and medications to ensure safety for donation.
- Assessment of iron levels, vital signs and weight prior to donation.
- Setup of plasma retrieval machines on floor to assist when staffing is challenged.
- Communication with providers regarding donor needs.
Assistant Director of Nursing
CHI Living Communities-The Gardens Of St Francis
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Ensured adherence to safety guidelines for both patients and staff members during all aspects of clinical operations.
- Increased collaboration between departments by facilitating interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and ensure consistent care planning.
- Bedside care when staffing was challenged.
- Annual survey readiness.
- Wound care with physician rounding weekly.
Registered Nurse- Instructor
Athena Career Academy
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided didactic and clinical instruction to student nurses.
- Introduced clinical skills to student nurses.
- Clinical sites include The Gardens of St Francis, Rehab Hospital of Northwest Ohio
Registered Nurse
Mercy Health St Charles Hospital
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Cross train for ICU.
Registered Nurse BSN`
Encompass Health And Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Wound Care
Registered Nurse BSN
Advanced Specialty Hospital Of Toledo
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Ventilator/Tracheostomy Care.
- Critical Drip initiation and management.
Registered Nurse BSN
Promedica Toledo Hospital
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Cardiac Surgical Intermediate
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Chest tube management, external and internal pacemakers.
- Critical Drip initiation as well as management-Amiodarone, Lasix, Nitroglycewrin, Cardizem, Insulin, Levophed.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse-BSN-Floor Nurse
Mount Carmel West Hospital
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Critical Drip initiation and management- Amiodarone, Cardizem, Precedex, Lasix, Narcan, Nitroglycerin, Levophed.
- Trauma Care.
- Active Shooter.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
MedCentral College of Nursing
Mansfield, OH06.2008
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Tri-Rivers School of Practical Nursing
Marion, OH08.1996
High School Diploma -
Colonel Crawford High School
Crestline, OH05.1995
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy Care
- Precepting
- Patient Discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team Coordination
- EMR Systems
- Performing EKGs
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency Response
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical assessment
- ADL Assistance
- Emergency Procedures
- Treatment Planning
- Emotional awareness
- Data Collection
- Emergency Care
- Cardiac Care
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-Term Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Preventive health
- Seizure Management
- Feeding Assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Home care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Medical Corporation
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
BioTek
03.2023 - 09.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
CHI Living Communities-The Gardens Of St Francis
06.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse- Instructor
Athena Career Academy
04.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Mercy Health St Charles Hospital
12.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse BSN`
Encompass Health And Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse BSN
Promedica Toledo Hospital
10.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse BSN
Advanced Specialty Hospital Of Toledo
08.2017 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse-BSN-Floor Nurse
Mount Carmel West Hospital
02.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
MedCentral College of Nursing
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Tri-Rivers School of Practical Nursing
High School Diploma -
Colonel Crawford High School