Rebecca Elkins
Hillsboro,KY
Summary
Accomplished Travel Registered Nurse with a proven track record, adept in Nursing Documentation and Direct Patient Care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare team communication. Mentored new staff, enhancing clinical skills and patient satisfaction. Expert in Labor and Delivery, with a commitment to compassionate, efficient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Baptist Health of Louisville
12.2023 - Current
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critical patients.
Travel Registered Nurse LDRP
Lima Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Travel Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery
Saint Joseph East Women's Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Clark Regional Medical Center
10.2014 - 05.2022
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Assisted in the recruitment, interviewing, selection process of qualified nursing personnel to maintain high-quality clinical staffing levels.
- Served as liaison between the nursing team and other healthcare professionals involved in patients'' care plans.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance on clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and best practices.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly; provided feedback on areas requiring growth or improvement; rewarded achievements accordingly.
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
02.2010 - 12.2013
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
CNA
Pikeville Medical Center
02.2008 - 02.2010
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY05.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA12.2009
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Labor and Delivery Proficiency
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Winner- Clark Regional Medical Center
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Baptist Health of Louisville
12.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse LDRP
Lima Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery
Saint Joseph East Women's Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023
Clinical Coordinator RN
Clark Regional Medical Center
10.2014 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
02.2010 - 12.2013
CNA
Pikeville Medical Center
02.2008 - 02.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
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