Patricia Healy
Tallassee
Summary
Highly skilled in providing direct patient care, implementing individualized treatment plans, and assisting patients in achieving their recovery objectives. Flexible Case management and staff supervision are two other areas of expertise.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
New Day Senior Care
02.2025 - Current
- Assessed and managed geriatric and psychiatric needs of patients in emergency situations, focusing on maintaining safety and delivering high-quality care.
- Directed efforts to improve patient outcomes through the implementation of a pilot program for remote psychiatric consultations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient mental health upon admission to establish effective treatment strategies.
- Managed administration of medications including antipsychotics and treatments as prescribed, ensuring thorough monitoring of patient responses.
- Facilitated collaboration among physicians, social workers, and healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care.
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Montgomery
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with patients recovering from strokes, head injuries, and comas to facilitate rehabilitation.
- Assisted in conducting comprehensive nursing assessments, administering medications, providing discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care while maintaining precise documentation.
- Collaborated with management to design and implement initiatives enhancing nurse satisfaction and retention.
- Delivered exceptional care to numerous high-acuity patients requiring complex treatments, including extensive wound care and orthopedic rehabilitation.
- Executed medication and IV administration, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Proactively accepted additional shifts during peak periods to ensure project timelines remained on track.
Clinical Assessment Advisor
Kindred at Home
10.2018 - 09.2022
- Conducted and delegated comprehensive evaluations of patient needs throughout care continuum.
- Executed start of care, resumption of care, recertification, and discharge of OASIS visits with precision.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive care plans that integrate health maintenance, prevention, and safety education.
- Optimized resource coordination to manage care plans and achieve desired outcomes.
- Conducted periodic reassessments of patient needs and delegated care plan revisions as necessary.
- Ensured delivery of appropriate patient care through comprehensive start of care assessments.
- Facilitated communication among team members, attending physicians, administrative staff, referral sources, and external case managers to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Facilitated coordination and communicated essential updates to the care plan.
- Facilitated identification of patient needs and assigned qualified caregivers accordingly.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Jackson Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Assessed patient needs and implemented care strategies to achieve stabilization and facilitate next steps in treatment.
- Achieved improved patient outcomes by collaborating with healthcare professionals to develop and implement customized care plans. Streamlined documentation processes through effective use of electronic charting systems to monitor patient interactions and interventions.
- Evaluated patient progress and reported medication side effects to maintain comprehensive documentation of care.
- Conducted regular reviews of personal and health data practices to uphold HIPAA regulations and protect sensitive information.
Sales Clerk
USPS
08.2006 - 08.2014
- Reviewed and updated information on products, promotions, and service guidelines to provide informed support to customers.
- Streamlined stocking process by accurately tagging merchandise and preparing pallets for timely replenishment.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to products and services, ensuring clarity and understanding.
- Managed payment and return operations, ensuring adherence to established timelines and accuracy standards.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to products and services, ensuring clarity and understanding.
Quality Specialist
United States Army
04.2002 - 11.2006
- Conducted thorough inspections and audits to uphold quality standards and maintain operational integrity.
- Designed and enforced quality assurance standards aimed at improving operational workflows.
- Developed and delivered training programs to equip team members with essential quality control and process improvement skills.
- Conducted analysis of data trends to drive improvements in production efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Montgomery, AL01.2016
Skills
- Demonstrate expertise in pharmacology and intravenous administration techniques
- Implement infection control measures and maintaining sterile techniques Support central line care procedures to promote patient safety
- Exercised strong clinical judgment to assess patient needs and determine appropriate interventions
- Wound care procedures, including negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), to enhance patient recovery
Certification
- Calm Every Storm
- CPR
- ACLS
Timeline
RN
New Day Senior Care
02.2025 - Current
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Montgomery
09.2022 - 02.2025
Clinical Assessment Advisor
Kindred at Home
10.2018 - 09.2022
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Jackson Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2018
Sales Clerk
USPS
08.2006 - 08.2014
Quality Specialist
United States Army
04.2002 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University