Nora Compton
Swartz Creek
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Nurse
Compassus Hospice
Grand Blanc
10.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Conducted visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Facilitated communication between the patient and family and all members of the interdisciplinary team.
LPN Unit Manager
WellBridge of Fenton
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing both day-to-day operations as well as responding effectively during emergency situations within the unit.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
- Monitored quality of care provided in the unit, addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
- Developed rapport with patients and their families providing emotional support during difficult times thereby creating an atmosphere conducive for healing.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary meetings discussing treatment options that best suit the unique needs of each patient leading towards improved outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians on treatment planning, adjusting care as needed based on individual patient needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
WellBridge of Fenton
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Director of Admissions
Church Of Christ Care Center
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Worked with marketing team to develop recruitment strategies in accordance with organizational goals and within budgetary guidelines.
- Designed effective and user-friendly processes for both admissions and applicant review.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Created and managed electronic patient records, encompassing data entry and administrative functions related to insurance, billing and accounts receivable.
- Built relationships with case managers to create steady referral pipeline.
Clinical Nurse Liaison
Church Of Christ Care Center
03.2011 - 03.2019
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
- Presented quality measures to case managers reflecting outcomes after patient rehabilitation.
- Assessed patients in hospital, assisted living and residential homes prior to admission to nursing care center.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Church Of Christ Care Center
11.2008 - 03.2011
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
Dermatology Nurse
Eastside Dermatology
12.2007 - 11.2008
- Met with and patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and assisted surgeons during operations with medical equipment.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, dermatologic conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Education
Nursing License -
St Clair County Community College
Port Huron, MI12.2007
Skills
- Care planning
- Wound care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Documentation accuracy
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate care
Certification
- Certified CPR/BLS, Red Cross 12/24-12/26
Timeline
Hospice Nurse
Compassus Hospice
10.2024 - Current
LPN Unit Manager
WellBridge of Fenton
10.2023 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
WellBridge of Fenton
04.2023 - 10.2023
Director of Admissions
Church Of Christ Care Center
03.2019 - 04.2023
Clinical Nurse Liaison
Church Of Christ Care Center
03.2011 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Church Of Christ Care Center
11.2008 - 03.2011
Dermatology Nurse
Eastside Dermatology
12.2007 - 11.2008
Nursing License -
St Clair County Community College