Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Pamela Elkins

Clinton,KY

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 23 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ctittendon County Health and Rehab
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Treated patients with proper wound management.

Patient Care Coordinator / Hospice Case Manager

Bon Secours
  • Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
  • Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create seamless transitions between various stages of treatment plans, enhancing continuity of care.
  • Acted as a knowledgeable resource for patients seeking information about community resources and support services available to them in their healthcare journey.
  • Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment, placing orders when necessary to prevent shortages or delays in patient care provision.
  • Provided compassionate support for families during difficult healthcare decisions, acting as a liaison between them and their loved ones'' medical team.
  • Resolved patient concerns and complaints with empathy and professionalism, restoring trust in healthcare services.

RN Staff Nurse / Night Shift Charge

Jackson Purchase Medical Center
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Paducah Community College
Paducah, KY
12.2000

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Taking vitals
  • Critical care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Performing ekgs
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • ADL assistance

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ctittendon County Health and Rehab

Patient Care Coordinator / Hospice Case Manager

Bon Secours

RN Staff Nurse / Night Shift Charge

Jackson Purchase Medical Center

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Paducah Community College

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