Rachel Hurst
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
Tulsa, Oklahoma
09.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in various departments at Saint Francis Hospital.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and procedures.
- Assisted in emergency situations, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Maintained accurate medical records following hospital protocols.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, documentation.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Responded to medical emergencies, employing critical thinking and fast-paced decision-making skills.
Nurse Manager
Hillcrest Medical Center
Tulsa, Oklahoma
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols and procedures.
- Managed daily operations of nursing department efficiently.
- Conducted staff training sessions on best practices and compliance.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate patient treatment plans.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for the department.
- Ensured adherence to health regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance patient care coordination.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
- Addressed disciplinary issues among staff in accordance with organizational policy.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
Field Nurse Case Manager
Vitalcaring Group
Tulsa, OK
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Clinical Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
Tulsa, OK
05.2003 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments to residents per doctors' orders or CRNP orders.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Observed and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of each patient.
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
- Used EMR to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information, laboratory test results and clinician orders.
- Initiated discharge planning based on admission assessments.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Complex Case Manager
Community Care of Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
- Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Assisted patients in navigating the healthcare system out of state.
- Reviewed medical records for medical necessity.
- Discharge planning for the senior population.
- Utilization review
- Collaborated with medical director regarding medical necessity for treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OK03.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK05.2003
Skills
- Patient Care Oversight
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Care Coordination
- Needs Assessment
- Community Program Referrals
- Proficient in navigating and reviewing EMR
- Proficient in internet navigation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Leadership and staff oversight
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Nurse Manager
Hillcrest Medical Center
09.2023 - 09.2024
Field Nurse Case Manager
Vitalcaring Group
05.2022 - 09.2023
Complex Case Manager
Community Care of Oklahoma
08.2011 - 01.2013
Clinical Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
05.2003 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tulsa Community College