Patricia Moore
Macedonia,IA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Montgomery Memorial Hospital, adept in critical care and patient assessments. Excelled in developing individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate advocacy. Proven mentorship abilities and a strong clinical judgment underscore a commitment to high-quality care and efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Montgomery Memorial Hospital
Red Oak, IA
02.1998 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Staff Floor Nurse & Director of Nursing
Malvern Manor
Malvern, IA
06.1994 - 02.1998
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate nursing care to diverse populations.
- Increased efficiency on the unit through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by building trusting relationships and addressing individual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, enhancing clinical expertise and knowledge base.
- Maintained accurate documentation to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Advocated for patients'' rights, ensuring access to appropriate resources and services within the healthcare system.
- Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring new nurses and serving as a resource for colleagues.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes in practice.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Care Plan Coordinator
Vista Gardens Care Center
Red Oak, IA
06.1992 - 06.1994
- Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Enhanced application of nursing and medical practices in alignment with laws and regulations.
- Ensured continuity of care by maintaining thorough records of patient interactions, updates to care plans, and treatment goals achieved.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - General Nursing Science
Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA05.1992
Diploma - General Studies
Griswold High School
Griswold, CT05.1982
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- IV setup
- Care Plan Development
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Critical Care
- Lab result interpretation
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency Response
- Maintaining privacy
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- ADL Assistance
- Chest pain management
- Cardiac Care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Software use
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Montgomery Memorial Hospital
02.1998 - Current
Staff Floor Nurse & Director of Nursing
Malvern Manor
06.1994 - 02.1998
Care Plan Coordinator
Vista Gardens Care Center
06.1992 - 06.1994
Associate Degree In Nursing - General Nursing Science
Southwestern Community College
Diploma - General Studies
Griswold High School
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