Rachel Quillen
Bluffton,IN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery Unit
Bluffton Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
- Ambulatory Surgery Nurse: Preparing patients for surgery during the pre-operative period, Caring for patients in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and post-operative unit prior to discharge or transfer to the floor.
- Pre Admission Testing (PAT nurse): I am the sole PAT nurse at BRMC. I am responsible for reviewing all pre-operative charts to assure the patient is safe and optimized to undergo surgery. I work directly with doctors offices, patients, physicians and anesthesia to accomplish this.
- Infusion Nurse: Our department is also responsible for administering a variety of outpatient infusion to patients.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Director of Nursing
Christian Care Retirement Community
03.2005 - 03.2023
- Floor Nurse 2005-2008
- Certified Wound Care Nurse 2006-2023
- MDS Nurse 2008-2023
- Assistant Director of Nursing 2016-2018
- Director of Nursing of Healthcare and Assisted Living 2018-2021
- PRN Floor Nurse 2021-2023
- Opened, managed and worked COVID-19 Units per state guidelines.
- Managed 80 team members including CNA's, QMA's, LPN's and RN's.
- Worked closely with the Health Facility Administrator to assure all state and fedral regulatory guidelines were being met and followed to current standards.
- Participated in Quality assurance programs to assure the nursing department stays accountable in these areas.
- CCRC is a 5 star facility and the facility had several deficiency free surveys under my direction.
- I enjoy educating the nursing team members, working with residents and their families to assure residents received uncompromised care.
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Floor
Bluffton Regional Medical Center
03.2005 - 08.2008
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christian Care Retirement Community
03.2003 - 01.2005
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Certified Nursing Aide
Christian Care Retirment Community
05.1999 - 02.2001
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INAssociate of Science - Nursing
Saint Francis University
Fort Wayne12-2005
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne01-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient discharge
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient counseling
- Direct patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- High level of autonomy
- Patient assessment
- Data collection
- Strong clinical judgment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Physical assessments
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS-Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery Unit
Bluffton Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Director of Nursing
Christian Care Retirement Community
03.2005 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Floor
Bluffton Regional Medical Center
03.2005 - 08.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christian Care Retirement Community
03.2003 - 01.2005
Certified Nursing Aide
Christian Care Retirment Community
05.1999 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Francis University
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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