Registered nurse with 34 years of experience in delivering exceptional patient care in high-stress environments. Proven ability to lead teams effectively while utilizing strong critical and analytical thinking skills. Expertise in managing complex patient needs and ensuring high standards of care.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Management-RN Care Advisor
Community Health Network
01.2024 - Current
Provide comprehensive care management and support to patients and families.
Conduct comprehensive assessment, developed individualized care plans, and monitor patient progress.
Educate patients and families on disease processes, safety practices and medication management.
Communicate effectively with physicians, other healthcare professionals, and patients/families.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and interventions.
Advocate for patient’s needs and rights
Remote
RN Pre-Operative/Post Anesthesia Care Unit
The Women’s Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2024
Manage patient admission process into surgical preoperative area ensuring wrist bands and documentation are complete and accurate.
Assess patient emotional well-being pre and post-operatively to provide compassionate support service as needed.
Perform vital signs checks pre-operatively to determine baseline and ensure preparedness for surgical procedure.
Performed vital signs checks post-operatively in 15 minute intervals to ensure all vital signs are within acceptable ranges.
Inform patients and family members regarding surgical procedures and immediate post-op care.
RN-Labor and Delivery
Methodist Hospital
04.2017 - 10.2018
Managed labor, delivery and postpartum care.
Assisted physician during delivery, treatment, examination and surgical procedures.
Managed patient care in the OR during a cesarean delivery.
Monitored recorded and communicated patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
Educated patients and their support person regarding activities and expectations toward readiness in progression to delivery.
Staff Development Specialist
Methodist Hospital
11.2013 - 04.2017
Developed curriculum for orientation and oriented new nursing staff.
Utilized the systemic process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide learning experience that enhance continued competence and professional development.
Facilitated evidence-based practice by bringing research to the point of care to directly engage nursing staff and improve patient care outcomes.
Supplemental RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit
The Women’s Hospital
05.2011 - 11.2013
Managed patient admission process into surgical preoperative area ensuring wrist bands and documentation were complete and accurate.
Assessed patient emotional well-being pre and post-operatively to provide compassionate support service as needed.
Performed vital signs checks pre-operatively to determine baseline and ensure preparedness for surgical procedure.
Performed vital signs checks post-operatively in 15 minute intervals to ensure all vital signs were within acceptable ranges.
Informed patients and family members regarding surgical procedures and immediate post-op care.
RN-Labor and Delivery
Methodist Hospital
08.2010 - 11.2013
Managed labor, delivery and postpartum care.
Assisted physician during delivery, treatment, examination and surgical procedures.
Managed patient care in the OR during a cesarean delivery.
Monitored recorded and communicated patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
Facilitated evidence-based practice by bringing research to the point of care to directly engage nursing staff and improve patient care outcomes.
RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Methodist Hospital
03.2000 - 08.2010
Managed patient admission process into surgical preoperative area ensuring wrist bands and documentation were complete and accurate.
Assessed patient emotional well-being pre and post-operatively to provide compassionate support service as needed.
Performed vital signs checks pre-operatively to determine baseline and ensure preparedness for surgical procedure.
Performed vital signs checks post-operatively in 15 minute intervals to ensure all vital signs are within acceptable ranges.
Informed patients and family members regarding surgical procedures and immediate post-op care.
RN Labor and Delivery
Methodist Hospital
09.1991 - 03.2000
Managed labor, delivery and postpartum care.
Assisted physician during delivery, treatment, examination and surgical procedures.
Managed patient care in the OR during a cesarean delivery.
Monitored recorded and communicated patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
Educated patients and their support person regarding activities and expectations toward readiness in progression to delivery.
RN Medical Unit
Methodist Hospital
01.1991 - 09.1991
Perform initial patient assessments and work with physicians to plan, implement and evaluate plans of care for patients of all ages.
Record patient’s medical history, vital statistics, and test results.
Observe patients and actualize nursing interventions to expedite healing.
Utilize clinical expertise to administer medications and injections, administer IV therapy, test glucose levels
Certified Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduler at Community Gastroenterology Care | Community Health NetworkCertified Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduler at Community Gastroenterology Care | Community Health Network
Direct Support Professional at Community Health Network/ Rutland Mental HealthDirect Support Professional at Community Health Network/ Rutland Mental Health