Rachel Couch
Nashville,NC
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital in Rocky Mount, demonstrating exceptional patient care and clinical judgment. Skilled in medication administration and fostering patient and family advocacy, I have significantly contributed to enhancing patient satisfaction and care standards. Renowned for mentoring new staff and improving interdisciplinary team collaborations, my approach has consistently elevated patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
04.2018 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Served as charge nurse
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Nash UNC Health Care
07.2015 - 10.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as team lead
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC12.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC05.2015
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
BLSand ACLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
04.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nash UNC Health Care
07.2015 - 10.2018
BLSand ACLS certified
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Western Carolina University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Wilson Community College
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