N. Jane Allard
Yakima,WA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with critical care expertise from Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital, skilled in advanced life support techniques and patient assessment. Proven leader in care coordination, enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration. Committed to delivering compassionate care while managing complex patient needs in fast-paced environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital
Yakima, Washington
05.2001 - Current
- Assessed patient health needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Administered medications under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Supported patients with daily activities to ensure comfort and safety.
- Documented accurate patient information in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care coordination.
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, and service providers for effective outcomes.
- Have been a team Lead for 4 years
RN Critical Care
Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital
Yakima, Washington
05.2001 - 01.2019
- Administered critical care treatments to patients with life-threatening conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and adjusted care plans based on patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on critical illness management and recovery processes.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring timely interventions for critical patients.
- Documented patient progress and treatment responses in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on critical care protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality
- patient outcomes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accurate documentation standards according to hospital policy.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and family members regarding diagnosis and treatment plan options.
- Consistently provided compassionate care while advocating for the needs of the patient population served.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications or treatments.
- Instructed patients and families on disease processes, treatments, and self-care techniques.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to critical care nursing practices.
- Supervised unlicensed personnel performing delegated tasks within scope of practice as assigned.
- Administered medications accurately and per protocol.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Operated and monitored life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
- Applied evidence-based practices to wound care, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Implemented advanced life support techniques and interventions during emergency situations to stabilize patients.
- Maintained detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient progress.
- Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify healthcare needs and potential complications.
- Managed the care of patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Shift Coordinator for 17 years. I helped manage a very busy telemetry and ICU department with admissions, and I was on the RRT and Code Teams for the hospital.
- I took care of critical pediatric patients as well.
Travel Registered Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
08.1998 - 03.2001
- Provided compassionate patient care in diverse clinical settings across various locations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for regulatory compliance.
- Managed time efficiently to prioritize multiple patient needs in fast-paced environments.
- Adapted quickly to new software systems for electronic health record management.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members involved in providing quality patient care services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
- Worked in Richland, WA, Merced and Santa Barbara, CA, Indianapolis, IN, Honolulu, HI and Yakima, WA as a traveler
Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, Tennessee
09.1994 - 05.1998
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs consistently throughout shifts.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapy for patient comfort and recovery.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery processes.
- Assisted in developing nursing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to healthcare team effectively.
Patient Care Technician
The Christ Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.1992 - 08.1994
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure effective patient care delivery.
- Did blood sugars, lab draws, EKGs, catheter placements, and NGT tube placements
- Worked here while I was in nursing school.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2015
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
The Christ Hospital School of Nursing
Cincinnati, OH08-1994
High School Diploma -
Union Bible Academy
Westfield, IN05-1988
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TNSome College (No Degree) - None
God's Bible School and College
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Critical care expertise
- Patient assessment skills
- Electronic health record management
- Medication administration proficiency
- Advanced life support techniques
- Care coordination strategies
- Team leadership and coordination
Affiliations
- Have been married for 24 years to Philip. We have two boys- Daniel 20 a student at Eastern Washington University and Thomas 17 a senior at LaSalle High School in Union Gap, WA.
- I enjoy reading. watching sports especially Tennessee, crochet/knit, listening to music,
- daily Bible reading, weekly church
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
ASL
Limited
Accomplishments
became a shift coordinator the first year of employment here in Yakima
- became a lead in Case Management when the position was created.
Certification
- Certified in Critical Care (CCRN)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital
05.2001 - Current
RN Critical Care
Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital
05.2001 - 01.2019
Travel Registered Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
08.1998 - 03.2001
Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
09.1994 - 05.1998
Patient Care Technician
The Christ Hospital
08.1992 - 08.1994
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
The Christ Hospital School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Union Bible Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Tennessee
Some College (No Degree) - None
God's Bible School and College
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