Rachel Swain
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse bringing 3 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff in Emergency, ICU, and Psychiatric settings. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford
2023.09 - Current
- Proactively addressed potential issues through regular rounds with physicians which led to early identification of deteriorating conditions.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, treatments, and progress to maintain clear records for effective decision making.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive care and monitoring in the CVICU setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for high-risk cardiac patients.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health
2023.03 - 2023.08
- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives within the nursing department, identifying areas for potential improvement and implementing action plans to enhance patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education on medication management and self-care strategies.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self harm.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Thomas West Hospital
2020.10 - 2023.03
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08.2020
Skills
- Medical Screening
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Unit Administration - Emergency Charge RN experience
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Clear Patient Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Medication Administration
- Patient Examination
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Staff Development and Precepting
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Education and Counseling
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford
2023.09 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health
2023.03 - 2023.08
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Thomas West Hospital
2020.10 - 2023.03
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Auburn University
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
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