Rachael Upchurch, BSN, RN, CGRN
Burleson,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN - Gastroenterology
Texas Health Huguley Surgery Center
Burleson , TX
2008.01 - Current
- Assisted doctors during endoscopy procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Garden Terrace Assisted Living Home
Fort Worth , TX
2006.08 - 2007.08
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted in training new staff members on procedures and protocols.
- Supervised CNAs in providing quality patient care services.
- Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX2018-05
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX2014-12
LVN -
Hill College
Hillsboro, TX2006-08
MBA - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Provation use
- Epic use
Certification
- Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN)
Organizations
- ASGE American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
Timeline
RN - Gastroenterology
Texas Health Huguley Surgery Center
2008.01 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Garden Terrace Assisted Living Home
2006.08 - 2007.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
LVN -
Hill College
MBA - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
- Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN)
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