Rachel Foglesong
Franklin Furnace,OH
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 10+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Huntington Health & Rehabilitation Center
12.2023 - Current
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on long term care/memory care floor.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Utilized PointClickCare to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Home Health RN Case Manager
A&L Home Care And Training Center, LLC
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Health Center Manager
Premise Health
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and plant employees for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, OSHAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Occupational Health Nurse
Premise Health
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Delivered array of employee health services at company, which included health screenings and immunizations.
- Educated all employees on flu symptoms, illness prevention, benefits of good hygiene and smoking cessation programs.
- Promoted high level of service to every individual while observing confidentiality rules and company regulations.
- Assisted with accident investigation program to identify root cause of incidents and near-misses.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Collaborated with physicians or other licensed practitioners to arrange further medical treatment.
Home Health RN Case Manager
A&L Home Care And Training Services, LLC
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
RN Floor Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
01.2011 - 05.2015
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas, performing catheterizations, and post-op surgical care.
- Reported health status concerns to senior nursing staff and clinicians for review.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Surgical and Vascular Care and Geriatric Behavioral Health floor.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Ohio University Southern
Ironton, OH12.2010
Skills
- Physician Collaboration
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Health Information Access
- HIPAA Compliance
- Emotional Support
- EMR Systems
- Reviewing Medical Histories
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Delegation and Motivation
- Clear Patient Communication
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Huntington Health & Rehabilitation Center
12.2023 - Current
Home Health RN Case Manager
A&L Home Care And Training Center, LLC
02.2020 - 01.2024
Health Center Manager
Premise Health
05.2017 - 12.2019
Home Health RN Case Manager
A&L Home Care And Training Services, LLC
05.2016 - 05.2017
Occupational Health Nurse
Premise Health
05.2015 - 12.2019
RN Floor Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
01.2011 - 05.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Ohio University Southern
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