Rachael Potter RN
Ashland,KY
Summary
Registered Nurse with ten plus years experience in a variety of settings, with the ability to learn quickly so that tasks can be carried out efficiently and thoroughly. Takes great pride in having a strong work ethic as well as being dependable. Good time management in high pressure environments while showing compassion and patience with both colleagues and those that are being cared for.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Instructor
Ashland Community & Technical College
Ashland, KY
03.2024 - Current
- Developed nursing curriculum for diverse student populations at community college.
- Facilitated hands-on clinical experiences in various healthcare settings.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and practical examinations.
- Conducted clinical evaluations of students in hospital settings.
LTAC/ICU Registed Nurse
Cornerstone Healthcare/St. Mary's Medical Center
Huntington, WV
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, vent management, and chest tube management.
- Trained patients on how to properly operate medical equipment prior to discharge.
RN-Travel/Staff Nursing
Wise Medical Staffing Inc.
South Point , Ohio
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
- Worked in multiple covid/critical care units treating and monitoring patient conditions.
RN Unit/Case Manager
Heartland Of Riverview
South Point, OH
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Maintained documentation compliance of patient care services by auditing patient charts and daily reports.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals as well as families to build and optimize patient care.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient condition, responding to unanticipated interruptions while delegating care to achieve safe and effective outcomes.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Educated patients/families/caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management, prevention, and medication self-management to maintain continuum of care.
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH2012
Skills
- Patient/Customer Care Oriented
- Wound Care Experience
- Strong Communication Skills
- Experience as a Staff Educator
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Efficient in Time Management
- Medication and IV administration
- ACLS & BLS
- Case Management Expierence
- Strong Service Recovery Skills
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Emotional Awareness
Additional Information
References:
- Sarah Rice Nursing Clinical Coordinator ACTC (606)369-2061
- Sonya Riggs Instructor ACTC (606)331-3609
- Carolyn Workman, Human Resources Director of Cornerstone (304)544-6829
Certification
- Registered-Ohio
License Number: RN.444341
- Registered Nurse-Kentucky/Compact License
License Number: 1158516
Affiliations
- Recipient of clinician of the year award for display of strong leadership and compassion towards patient and staff while at Wise Medical Staffing.
- Managed Guardian Angel program for patients who did not have strong family support at Heartland of Riverview.
- December 2021 Employee of the Month St. Mary's Medical Center.
- ACLS and BLS certification
- New Employee Preceptor
Timeline
Nursing Instructor
Ashland Community & Technical College
03.2024 - Current
LTAC/ICU Registed Nurse
Cornerstone Healthcare/St. Mary's Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2022
RN-Travel/Staff Nursing
Wise Medical Staffing Inc.
11.2020 - 11.2021
RN Unit/Case Manager
Heartland Of Riverview
07.2018 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Collins Career Center
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Collins Career Center
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