Penny Raines
Plant City,FL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at TGH, excelling in patient care and medication management. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic support. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and fostering strong relationships with clients and families, ensuring holistic well-being and safety.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
12yrs of Employers
State of Florida
04.2014 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to elderly clients, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records for health monitoring.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and families.
Registered Nurse
Travel Companies
United States
04.2005 - 04.2014
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to physicians.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Registered Nurse
TGH
Tampa, FL
03.2002 - 05.2004
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills and best practices for patient care.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency, enhancing patient satisfaction rates.
- Conducted training sessions on new technologies and procedures for nursing staff.
Registered Nurse
SFBH
Plant City, FL
01.1980 - 04.2003
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05-1980
Associate of Science - Science
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL05-1975
Skills
Personal hygiene assistance
Documentation and reporting
Meal preparation
Compassionate caregiving
Time management
Relationship building
Dementia care
Activities of daily living
Emotional support
Clear communication
Housekeeping
Basic housekeeping
Housekeeping duties
Customer service
Patient care
First aid and safety
End-of-life care
Client documentation
Social interaction
Infection control
Workload management
Patient companionship
Safe patient transportation
Alzheimer's support
Care plan management
Incontinence care
Transportation services
Medication management
Elderly advocacy
Basic mathematics
Medication administration
Recreational activities
Data confidentiality
Medical appointment coordination
Behavior redirection
Palliative care
Rehabilitation exercise
Care plan assessment
Physical stamina
Nutrition monitoring
Patient advocacy
Behavioral management
Physical therapy support
Stroke recovery assistance
Progress documentation
Diabetes care
Care plan development
Regulatory compliance
Chronic illness management
Clinical quality program standards
Post operative care
Problem-solving
Friendly and outgoing
Attention to detail
Daily living assistance
Bathing assistance
Empathy and patience
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Compassionate care
Feeding assistance
Mobility support
Record keeping
Health monitoring
Stress management
Transfer assistance
Quality program protocols
Activity documentation
Client safety and first aid
State regulations
Personal hygiene management
Client protection
Patient assistance
Medication assistance
Fall prevention
Emotional companionship
Compassionate client care
First aid and CPR
Oxygen therapy
Medical care support
Outing coordination
Fast learner
Decision-making
Light cleaning
Bedside care
Light housekeeping
Ability to lift
Client satisfaction
Personal care aide
Cooking meals
Attentive to people
Team collaboration
Communication assistance
Documentation and recordkeeping
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
12yrs of Employers
04.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Travel Companies
04.2005 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse
TGH
03.2002 - 05.2004
Registered Nurse
SFBH
01.1980 - 04.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hillsborough Community College
Associate of Science - Science
Lake Land College