Paula Harmon
Londonderry
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Massachusetts General Hospital, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and compassion. Skilled in medication and IV administration, I excel in patient assessment and education, significantly enhancing patient care outcomes. My dedication to continuous professional development and empathy in patient interactions ensures high-quality, personalized care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Candria Foot & Ankle Specialist
09.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Performed circulator in operating room
- Sterilized Equipment
- Roomed patience as well as kept said rooms cleaned
Triange RN
Massachusetts General Hospital
09.2004 - 03.2022
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses. accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Cerumen Removal
- Inhalation Therapy
- Immunizations
- Phlebotomy
- Starting and monitoring IV's - therapy
- Catheterization (urinary)
- Testing i.e. rapid flu, COVID, strep and glucose, stool (occult blood)
- Phone triage, on-line as well
- Dealt with Special Needs Patience
- Medication refills
- Medication reconciliations
- Documented pertinent patient information
- Responded to the need to expedite visits and keep to schedules
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA05-1979
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Precepting
- Nursing staff leadership
- Licensed RN
- Care planning
- Care plan development
- Complex Problem-solving
- HIPAA education
- EMR / EHR
- Wound care
- Family education
- Chronic disease management
- Intravenous therapy
- Vaccine administration
- Taking vitals
- Administering immunizations
- Performing ekgs
- IV setup
- Lab result interpretation
- Home care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Emotional intelligence
- Call triaging
Timeline
RN
Candria Foot & Ankle Specialist
09.2024 - Current
Triange RN
Massachusetts General Hospital
09.2004 - 03.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bunker Hill Community College
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