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Rachael Still

Oswego,KS

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 7 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Emergency department and med surg specialty. I can transition into operations smoothly and I work hard to meet differing routines and protocols. I have a strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I’m highly- motivated with the desire to take on new challenges.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Mercy Columbus Hospital
02.2021 - Current
  • Managed complete processing of patients from initial admission to discharge.
  • Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
  • EPIC Training and Omnicell training
  • Able to be flexible and multitask working in the ED and in the med surg/ swing bed unit
  • Monitoring patient signs and symptoms, and doing hourly rounding on all patients
  • Able to admit, discharge, and transfer patients as needed
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
  • Supervised a team of nurses and support staff, fostering an environment of teamwork and continuous improvement.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Review charts for incoming swingbed patients and send out to our team.
  • Assist with discharge planning of swingbed patients.
  • In charge of our Infusion center and administering infusions.

Travel Registered Nurse

Cascade Health Services
07.2021 - 05.2023
  • Worked in critical access hospitals as a travel nurse caring for covid patients, med surg patients and floating to the ER
  • Meditech, Cerner, CPSI, Epic, and Pyxus training
  • Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
  • Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
  • Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
  • Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
  • Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
  • Directed and instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Hospice Registered Nurse

Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
11.2018 - 10.2021
  • Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in pain management, and medication dosing.
  • Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
  • Planned hospice care for people of all ages
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
  • Triage and manage the night calls received from patients and caregivers to ensure the appropriate care is given to our patients and making visits when needed
  • Obtains and documents all information when receiving phone calls and needed when taking a referral and doing an admission
  • Performs the initial assessment and periodic re-evaluation of nursing needs of the patient/family in the home or at a facility

ED Registered Nurse

Oswego Community Hospital
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
  • Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.

Patient Care Technician

Via Christi Hospital
01.2014 - 02.2018
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.

CNA

Medicalodges
03.2013 - 02.2014
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Labette Community College
Parsons, KS
05.2017

Skills

  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Patient Assessments
  • Charting and Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Medication Administration
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision Making
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Microsoft Office
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Clinical expertise
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Staff Leadership
  • Discharge Planning
  • Case Management

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • PALS

Timeline

Travel Registered Nurse

Cascade Health Services
07.2021 - 05.2023

Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Mercy Columbus Hospital
02.2021 - Current

Hospice Registered Nurse

Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
11.2018 - 10.2021

ED Registered Nurse

Oswego Community Hospital
03.2018 - 12.2018

Patient Care Technician

Via Christi Hospital
01.2014 - 02.2018

CNA

Medicalodges
03.2013 - 02.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Labette Community College

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