Rachel Forester
Hospice Austin
Austin
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Adaptable Charge RN with a strong background in ICU, bone marrow transplant, outpatient, and homecare nursing. Known for critical thinking, rapid response to changing conditions, and accurate documentation, with a focus on quality outcomes and patient safety.
Work History
RN Outpatient
3 Months- Assessed patient conditions and updated individualized care plans to support clinical priorities.
- Administered medications and treatments while monitoring responses for adverse changes.
- Triaged incoming patients and prioritized interventions based on acuity and clinical need.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
RN Homecare
1 Year 9 Months- Administered medications, treatments, and skilled nursing interventions while maintaining strict clinical and safety standards.
- Monitored tracheostomy, ventilator, and respiratory support needs, responding promptly to condition changes.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and updated individualized care plans for complex pediatric home health cases.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and care coordination activities accurately in electronic medical records.
RN
6 Years 2 Months- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions using clinical judgment and evidence-based protocols.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented care accurately in electronic health records.
- Triaged acute symptoms and escalated critical changes to physicians and care teams.
- Mentored new nurses on unit procedures, charting standards, and patient safety practices.
RN ICU
1 Year- Managed ventilator support, vasoactive infusions, and titrated medications per ICU protocols.
- Assessed critically ill patients, prioritizing interventions based on continuous telemetry and hemodynamic changes.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists to align treatment plans.
- Documented patient status, interventions, and responses accurately in electronic health records.
RN ICU Bone Marrow Transplant
5 Years 2 Months- Administered medications and monitored responses, ensuring accurate documentation and timely interventions.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and updated care plans to support safe, individualized treatment.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to improve follow-through.
- Mentored new nurses and supported unit workflow, reinforcing standards for quality and patient safety.
- Prioritized acute patient needs and responded quickly to changes in condition, escalating concerns appropriately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
IV administration
EMR / EHR systems
Direct patient care
Records management
Critical care
Palliative care
Independent practice
EMR / EHR (EPIC
Cerner
Meditech
NaviCare
Suncoast)
Medical records management
Call triaging
Team collaboration
Nursing staff leadership
Certification
Certified Hospice and Palliative Care RN
Certified Dementia Practitioner
BLS
Timeline
RN Outpatient
St. David's Cancer Center
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
RN Homecare
Aveanna
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
RN
Hospice Austin
08.2020 - CurrentRead More
RN ICU
Dell Seton Medical Center At The University Of Texas
08.2019 - 08.2020Read More
RN ICU Bone Marrow Transplant
The Jewish Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2019Read More
The University of Cincinnati College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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