Patricia Rutledge
Birch Tree,MO
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.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Mount Calvery Womens Restoration Center
Bishop Webb and Christina Stephens
Mountain View Mo
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by fostering a compassionate and supportive nursing environment.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented any changes
- Enhanced patient care
- Assessed effectiveness of clinical nursing interventions
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications, ensuring proper dosage, and documenting administration.
Registered Nurse
Hospice Compassus
West Plains, MO
09.2012 - 06.2018
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Willow Care INK
BrookHaven In West Plains MO And Mtn View Healthc
05.1996 - 09.2012
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate Of Science - Nursing Education
Missouri State University
West Plains, MO05.2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Planning
- Maintaining privacy
Timeline
Mount Calvery Womens Restoration Center
Bishop Webb and Christina Stephens
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hospice Compassus
09.2012 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse
Willow Care INK
05.1996 - 09.2012
Associate Of Science - Nursing Education
Missouri State University