Rachel Daugherty
Hammondsville
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 10+ years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carroll Golden Age Retreat
Carrollton
09.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement tailored care plans for residents.
- Assisted with daily living activities to improve patient comfort and overall quality of life.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
Private Duty Nurse
Various
05.2013 - 09.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs regularly.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for improved patient outcomes.
- Provided personalized care and support to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing and dressing.
- Educated families on patient care techniques and health management to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for client assessments.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Performed wound care, monitored catheters and recorded food and fluid intake.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety measures to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH 08.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Administering medications
- Care plan development
- Patient monitoring
- Wound care management
- End-of-life care
- Electronic health records
- Healthcare collaboration
- Task delegation
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carroll Golden Age Retreat
09.2016 - Current
Private Duty Nurse
Various
05.2013 - 09.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Eastern Gateway Community College
08.2009 - 05.2013