Pamela Ehlers
Sedalia,MO
Summary
Accomplished PACU Nurse proudly offering more than 40 years' expertise in the healthcare field. Strong capacity to work with physicians to develop successful patient care plans. 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.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
RN PACU
Bothwell Regional Health Center
1989.08 - 2020.10
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 2 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
- Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
- Collaborated with patients and healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate custom care plans for each individual.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
State Fair Community College
Sedalia, MO12.1991
Skills
- Perioperative Management
- Resource Monitoring
- GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Bronchoscopy and Endoscopy
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Interventions
- Data Compilation and Analysis
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Perioperative Care
- Patient Recovery Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- IV Fluid Administration
- Patient Health Information Access
- Pain Management
- MEDITECH Software
- Emotional Support
- Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Admission
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Dressing Changes
- Training Junior Team Members
- Catheter Monitoring
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Ulcer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Understanding of Medical Terms
- Patient Reassurance
- Medical Records and Documentation
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Tracheotomy Equipment
- Protocol and Procedure Improvement
- Minor Surgery
- Heart Failure
- Staffing Requirements
- Monitoring Recovery
- Intravenous Procedures
- After-Care Planning
Resource Allocation
Timeline
RN PACU
Bothwell Regional Health Center
1989.08 - 2020.10
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
State Fair Community College
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