Patricia Christman
De Peyster,NY
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 40+ year record in field.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field RN
northern lights home health care
Canton, New York
11.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
STAFF RN
gouverneur hospital
gouverneur, new york
02.1998 - 09.2021
STAFF REGISTERED NURSE
samaritan medical center
watertown, new york
05.2003 - 05.2004
ccu staff nurse
claxton hepburn medical center
ogdensburg, new york
05.1993 - 05.2003
Staff Nurse
gouverneur hospital
Gouverneur, New York
09.1986 - 01.1993
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
Education
EXPERIENCEDIPLOMA IN REGISTERED NURSE -
st elizabeth nursing school
05.1981
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN BIOLOGY -
utica college
05.1978
Skills
- Registered nurse
- Accurate Documentation
- Charting and Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Ventilation
- Patient Education
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Intravenous Injections
- Intakes and Discharges
- Clear Patient Communication
- Clinical Leadership and Supervision
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- 338377-1 Registered nurse
- CEN
- Basic Life Support
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Home visits
- Follow-up calls
- Home Health Care
- Family and patient support
References
References available upon request
Certification
CEN
BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Field RN
northern lights home health care
11.2022 - Current
STAFF REGISTERED NURSE
samaritan medical center
05.2003 - 05.2004
STAFF RN
gouverneur hospital
02.1998 - 09.2021
ccu staff nurse
claxton hepburn medical center
05.1993 - 05.2003
Staff Nurse
gouverneur hospital
09.1986 - 01.1993
EXPERIENCEDIPLOMA IN REGISTERED NURSE -
st elizabeth nursing school
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN BIOLOGY -
utica college
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