Natalie Crook
Amory,MS
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 23 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients. During my career I worked in Intensive Care for 5 years, Surgery 4 years, Recovery Room 13 years and now primarily work in pediatric and Post Partum. Smoothly delivering comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
North Mississippi Medical Center
Amory, MS
06.2001 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Home Health
Amory, MS
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius
Aberdeen, MS
01.2006 - 11.2006
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS05-2001
High School Diploma -
Smithville High School
Smithville05-1996
Skills
- Critical Care
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Direct Patient Care
- Infant CPR certified
- Pediatric nursing
- Postpartum Care
- Surgical Care
Affiliations
Involved in local church where I have had the opportunity to go on multiple mission trips within the United States and out of the country. I have also volunteered locally within our state of Mississippi.
Member of Junior Auxiliary of Amory whose focus is enhancing the lives of children. Junior Auxiliary has programs helping with nutrition, scholarships, and meeting basic needs for children in our community. I served a seven year term with this non-profit organization.
Certification
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Neonate Advanced Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kindred Home Health
08.2015 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse
Fresenius
01.2006 - 11.2006
Registered Nurse
North Mississippi Medical Center
06.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
High School Diploma -
Smithville High School
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