Rachael Croft
Castle Creek,NY
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable Registered Nurse with a diverse background, including critical roles. Excelled in emergency care and telemetry monitoring, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and infection control, ensuring high standards of care. Committed to patient education and advocacy, significantly improving satisfaction and recovery rates.
Developed strong clinical skills and ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced healthcare environments. Demonstrates effective communication and critical thinking abilities, essential for coordinating patient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Looking to transition into new field while leveraging proven problem-solving and patient advocacy skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tattoo/piercing Shop Co-owner
Self Employed
12.2012 - 06.2020
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
- Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
Travel Registered Nurse
GBHC
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Travel Registered Nurse, Vaccination Clinic
Broome County Department Of Social Services
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU, Med/Surg/Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
New Wave People
02.2008 - 07.2009
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU, Med/Surg/Telemetry,
Valley View Medical Center
09.2006 - 02.2008
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
CNA
Lourdes Hospital
12.2002 - 05.2006
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY05-2006
Skills
- Telemetry monitoring
- Infection control
- Emergency care
- Medical-surgical nursing
BLS Certified
- Psychiatric nursing
- Immunization administration
- Intensive care unit
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- New York State Office of Professions/ Board Of Nursing- RN License #578468
Timeline
Tattoo/piercing Shop Co-owner
Self Employed
12.2012 - 06.2020
Travel Registered Nurse
GBHC
05.2010 - 05.2011
Travel Registered Nurse, Vaccination Clinic
Broome County Department Of Social Services
07.2009 - 07.2010
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU, Med/Surg/Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
New Wave People
02.2008 - 07.2009
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU, Med/Surg/Telemetry,
Valley View Medical Center
09.2006 - 02.2008
CNA
Lourdes Hospital
12.2002 - 05.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Broome Community College
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