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Penny Weddle

Quincy,MI

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment and care plan development at Insight Coldwater Regional Hospital. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in medication administration and behavioral health interventions, fostering holistic well-being for diverse populations. Committed to continuous improvement and team collaboration.

Daisy Award Recipient 2024

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse. Float Pool, Behavioral Health

Insight Coldwater Regional Hospital
Coldwater, MI
05.2004 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care strategies based on real-time assessments.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting health literacy and self-care practices.
  • Led training sessions for staff on new healthcare technologies, fostering proficiency and operational efficiency.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Cosmetologist

D’Tangles Hair Salon
01.1991 - 01.2006

Owner operator of a 2 station salon. Serving the public and those less fortunate.

Cuts colors, family haircuts.

Weddings, Prom, Cheerleading competition. Pageants and parades.

  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of tools and workstations for efficient operations.
  • Learned and applied various hair styling techniques to enhance client satisfaction and retention.
  • Provided quality customer service during consultations to understand client needs and preferences.
  • Engaged in continuous education on industry trends to stay informed about new products and techniques.
  • Implemented effective communication skills to build rapport with clients, fostering repeat business opportunities.
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
  • Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.

Education

Graduate Certificate -

Riggs Beauty Academy
Hillsdale, MI

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI
05.2006

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Care plan development
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Behavioral health interventions
  • Direct patient care

Timeline

Registered Nurse. Float Pool, Behavioral Health

Insight Coldwater Regional Hospital
05.2004 - Current

Cosmetologist

D’Tangles Hair Salon
01.1991 - 01.2006

Graduate Certificate -

Riggs Beauty Academy

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Kellogg Community College
Penny Weddle