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Patricia Lane

Austin,Texas

Summary

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

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Surgical Clinical Nurse Coordinator

HCA
08.2023 - Current
  • Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Managed staffing needs by creating assignments based on patient acuity levels, and delegating tasks efficiently.
  • Facilitated timely discharge planning by collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
  • Supervised team of 6 nurses consisting of RNs and LVNs.
  • Managed 34 patients on a medical-surgical unit.

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

HCA
07.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
  • Managed caseload of 6 patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05.2021

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Wound Care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Performing EKGs
  • Hospice and palliative care

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • NIHSS certificiation

Timeline

Medical Surgical Clinical Nurse Coordinator

HCA
08.2023 - Current

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

HCA
07.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Austin

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