Natalie Hooper

Registered Nurse

Erlanger Baroness Hospital

Chattanooga, TN

03.2012 - 05.2024

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. (EPIC charting system)
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
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.
Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Assisted physicians during examinations.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.