Rachel Hess
Melissa,Texas
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with five years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in medical/surgical environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Children's Medical Center Plano
06.2022 - Current
- Mentored new nurses and provided guidance on best practices in pediatric nursing, elevating the standard of care within the department.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple specialists while maintaining clear communication channels between all parties involved in a child's care plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
Registered Nurse (School nurse)
Plano Independent School District
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversaw health services for school of 450 students and faculty
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students
- Performed health screening for students by conducting vision, hearing, and scoliosis evaluations
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Registered Nurse
Texoma Medical Center
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Teacher's Assistant
Kumon
11.2014 - 06.2019
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, which enabled students to grasp new concepts quickly
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
Certified Nurses Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Grayson College
08.2021
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing -
Grayson College
05.2019
Associates of Arts -
Collin County Community College District
05.2017
Skills
- Effective Time Management Expert
- Communication Skills Expert
- Computer Skills Expert
- Infection control measures Expert
- Checking and monitoring vital signs Expert
- Patient and family education Expert
- Patient safety Expert
- Teamwork and dependability Expert
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Children's Medical Center Plano
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse (School nurse)
Plano Independent School District
08.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Texoma Medical Center
06.2019 - 05.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Kumon
11.2014 - 06.2019
Certified Nurses Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
08.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Grayson College
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing -
Grayson College
Associates of Arts -
Collin County Community College District
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