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RegisteredNurse

Rebecca DeBord

Akron,Ohio

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Aultman Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and strong clinical judgment. Committed to fostering a safe environment and advocating for patients' needs while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

BLS, ACLS, NRP, and Stable certified. Trained with IV team for ultrasound guided IVs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Aultman Hospital
10.2017 - Current
  • Assisted in administering medications and treatments per physician orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and compliance with care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
  • Participated in infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
  • Supported nursing staff by preparing necessary equipment for procedures.
  • Engaged in continuous learning opportunities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Labor and Delivery specialty.
  • Served at postpartum, charge nurse, and i scrub as needed for emergency surgeries.

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Akron General
07.2016 - 10.2018

Monitored and managed patient care on cardiac stepdown telemetry unit.

  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Patient Care Technician

Summa Akron City Hospital
05.2014 - 07.2016

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -

University of Akron
Akron, Ohio
05.2016

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Care plan development
  • Physical assessments
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Aultman Hospital
10.2017 - Current

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Akron General
07.2016 - 10.2018

Patient Care Technician

Summa Akron City Hospital
05.2014 - 07.2016

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -

University of Akron
Rebecca DeBord