Raven McCracken McLaughlin
Waynesboro,Ms
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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical-Surgical RN
Wayne General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families during challenging health experiences.
RN Charge Nurse
SCRMC-CCNC
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Championed positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
RN, ICU
SCRMC
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Travel Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Medical-Surgical RN
SCRMC-2nd Floor
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Medical-Surgical RN
Wayne General Hospital
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
LPN II
River Place Nursing Center, Amory, Ms
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as LPN
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
LPN II
Comforcare Nursing Center, Laurel, MS
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as LPN.
- Administered medications and injections to 10 to 12 patients.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
CNA
Comforcare Nursing Center, Laurel, MS
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing risk of injury for both parties.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Education
RN-BSN degree - Bachelor degree of Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS08.2019
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS05.2017
Practical Nursing Certificate -
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS07.2014
Associate of Arts -
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS12.2011
CNA Certification -
United Way Organization- Monroe County
Amory, MS07.2010
HS Diploma -
Hamilton High School
Hamilton, MS01.2009
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- High School Honor Graduate
- Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel
- Point Click Care -EMR
- Data Collection
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Attention to Detail
- Medical assessment
- Coordinating referrals
- Chart updating
- Care Planning
Timeline
Medical-Surgical RN
Wayne General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
RN Charge Nurse
SCRMC-CCNC
01.2023 - 08.2023
RN, ICU
SCRMC
11.2020 - 01.2023
Travel Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
02.2020 - 11.2020
Medical-Surgical RN
Wayne General Hospital
03.2018 - 02.2020
Medical-Surgical RN
SCRMC-2nd Floor
10.2017 - 11.2020
LPN II
River Place Nursing Center, Amory, Ms
03.2017 - 12.2017
LPN II
Comforcare Nursing Center, Laurel, MS
01.2015 - 07.2016
CNA
Comforcare Nursing Center, Laurel, MS
01.2012 - 07.2014
RN-BSN degree - Bachelor degree of Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Mississippi University For Women
Practical Nursing Certificate -
Jones County Junior College
Associate of Arts -
Itawamba Community College
CNA Certification -
United Way Organization- Monroe County
HS Diploma -
Hamilton High School
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