Patricia Trimble
Registered Nurse
Burgaw,NC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Infection Prevention
Parkview Wabash Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Hospital Weight Management Clinic
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Managed patient care of bariatric patients from pre-op to post op in a busy weight management clinic.
- Collaborated with healthcare team including physicians, dietitian, behaviorist, exercise physiologist and nurse to provide the most appropriate weight management options for patients struggling with obesity.
Admissions Nurse
White's Residential And Family Services
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Conducted initial health screenings for all residents within 24 hours of admission
- Assess any recent exposure to communicable diseases
Training Manager
White's Residential & Family Services
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Implemented a new trauma focused patient care model across the organization to meet th needs of our residential and foster care clients.
Nursing Supervisor
Internal Medicine Associates
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Updated patient charts using EPIC with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
Registered Nurse
Center For Pulmonary Medicine
06.2010 - 01.2016
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered spirometry testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans, adjust treatment and track patient outcomes.
School Nurse
Sunnyvale Independent School District
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Oversaw health services for school of 450+ students and faculty.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting vision and hearing evaluations.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Registered Nurse
Baylor Univ. Medical Center
01.2006 - 07.2008
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including LVAD, post CABG, lung transplants, and peritoneal dialysis.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Clemson University
Clemson, SCSkills
Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Infection Prevention
Parkview Wabash Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Hospital Weight Management Clinic
04.2021 - 07.2024
Admissions Nurse
White's Residential And Family Services
07.2020 - 04.2021
Training Manager
White's Residential & Family Services
09.2019 - 04.2021
Nursing Supervisor
Internal Medicine Associates
03.2016 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse
Center For Pulmonary Medicine
06.2010 - 01.2016
School Nurse
Sunnyvale Independent School District
08.2008 - 06.2010
Registered Nurse
Baylor Univ. Medical Center
01.2006 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Clemson University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
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