Racheal Adkins
Hurricane
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Navigator with extensive experience at Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, excelling in patient navigation and emotional support. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, implement educational programs, and enhance care coordination. Recognized for leadership in establishing support groups and improving patient outcomes through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Navigator
Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
06.2024 - Current
- Assisting, supporting, and navigating patients through head and neck oncology/surgery processes
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Started laryngectomy support group for southern WV region
- Currently working with Speech Therapy to implement an education program for EMS and ERs for laryngectomy patients
- Assisting the group in starting new processes, procedures, etc such as: Ensure Pre-Surgery protocols, Nav Dx, Foundation One, education booklets, continuing Gas Card project, and much more in the pre-planning process to prepare and care for our patients during the difficult time they endure with head and neck cancer
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
RN
CAMC Women's and Children's
03.2020 - 06.2024
- Provided care on the floor to new moms and babies
- Temporary Charge Nurse
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Unit Manager
Genesis
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Oversaw resident care to promote quality physical, mental and psychological treatment.
- Coordinated ongoing educational objectives to enhance staff competencies in safety, quality, and core measures.
- Monitored daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Skin Integrity Coordinator
Genesis
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies when providing direct patient care.
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and monitor healing.
RN
Thomas Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Newborn Nursery & Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Performed physical assessments of newborns in the NICU and provided appropriate interventions as needed.
- Educated parents on infant care and development milestones.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities while providing guidance to less experienced staff members.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as intubation or central line placement.
- Administered intravenous fluids, medications and other therapies as ordered by physician.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to evaluate outcomes of therapeutic interventions.
- Facilitated communication between family members and healthcare providers regarding patient progress.
Nurse Extern
Thomas Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2018
- NBN & NICU
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures and collected data for patient assessments.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Participated in implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with broad range of health issues.
- Engaged in continuous learning to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Marshall University
Huntington01.2018
Skills
- Problem solving
- Patient navigation
- Care coordination
- Emotional support
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Relationship building
- Communication
- Leadership
- Care Coordination
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Timeline
Nurse Navigator
Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
06.2024 - Current
RN
CAMC Women's and Children's
03.2020 - 06.2024
Unit Manager
Genesis
01.2020 - 03.2020
Skin Integrity Coordinator
Genesis
07.2019 - 01.2020
RN
Thomas Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 07.2019
Nurse Extern
Thomas Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Marshall University
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