Rebecca M. Harris
Jackson Hospital PACU
Montgomery,Al
1
Certification
36
years of professional experience
Dedicated RN with 35 years of bedside nursing experience across PACU, pre and post-operative care, emergency room, behavioral health, med-surg, outpatient infusion clinic, and hospice case management. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality care while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. After all these years, I still love people and am a servant at heart.
Work History
RN
9 Years 5 Months- Specialized care of the post anesthesia patients of all ages, as well as cardiac recovery of TEE, Cardioversion, Additional patient population for orthopedic, OB/GYN, general surgery, uro-gynecology, general urology procedures. Post-operative care and supported recovery efforts in the cath lab and endoscopy patients on an as-needed basis.
- Jackson Hospital is licensed for 344 beds and is a level 3 trauma center.
- Monitored patient vitals and recovery progress in post-anesthesia care unit.
- Administered medications and managed pain control protocols effectively.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care protocols and medication management.
- 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.
- 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.
RN
5 Years- Assessed and treated patients with acute illnesses and injuries in fast-paced environment to ensure timely care and recovery. Assessed patient conditions to provide care in Level 3 Trauma Center, addressing critical patient needs in emergency situations. Coordinated care with providers.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
RN
2 Years- Provided specialized care to post-anesthesia patients in both adult and geriatric populations. Delivered care for patients undergoing general surgery, eye procedures, and endoscopy.
- Monitored patient vitals and recovery progress in post-anesthesia care unit.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery strategies.
RN
1 Year- Provided compassionate care to individuals in behavioral health settings, fostering trust and support for their mental well-being.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
RN
12 Years- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for pediatric patients receiving infusion therapies.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Administered post-anesthesia care to patients, ensuring safety and comfort during recovery.
- Pre-op management of patient assessments, care and education, including self-catheterization, activity limitations, pain management, diabetes education
- Phone etiquette with many phone calls of seeking patient information and locations, etc.
RN
3 Years- Delivered palliative and end-of-life care focusing on comfort and dignity. Managed cases and handled on-call duties.
- Administered post-anesthesia care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
RN
6 Years- Delivered post anesthesia care for pediatric to geriatric patients, ensuring safe recovery across all surgical areas except NICU and CABG. Baptist South was a level 2 or 3 trauma center with 400 beds at that time. Services for General surgery, orthopedic, otolaryngology, neurology, pain management, GYN/ OB, urology, cardioversions, Focused on airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, and pain management, optimizing patient recovery during post anesthesia.
RN
2 Years- Delivered direct patient care for med/surg and SICU step-down patients, ensuring optimal patient outcomes during recovery.
- Performed frequent wound care. Led nursing team on a telemetry floor, ensuring quality patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses, effectively managing any complications or discomforts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing
Skills
Patient Assessment & Care Coordination
wound care
Medication and IV administration
Telemetry monitoring
TPN
NG placement
VAD access
Direct patient care
Documentation and charting
Paragon and Cerner charting systems
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education
Patient advocacy
Infection control measures
Physician relations
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 1993 - current
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support 1993-current
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course 2018-2022
- NIHHS - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale 2018-current
- CPAN - Certified Peri-anesthesia nurse - 1995-2001
- BLS Instructor - Basic Life Support 1992-current
Timeline
RN
Jackson Hospital PACU
03.2017 - CurrentRead More
RN
Jackson Hospital – Emergency
01.2017 - 01.2022Read More
RN
Prattville Baptist Hospital - PACU
01.2015 - 01.2017Read More
RN
Crossbridge Behavioral Health
01.2014 - 01.2015Read More
RN
Outpatient Department – Baptist South
01.2002 - 01.2014Read More
RN
Baptist Hospice
01.1999 - 01.2002Read More
RN
PACU Baptist South
01.1993 - 01.1999Read More
RN
Med/Surg floor Baptist South
01.1991 - 01.1993Read More
Troy University
Associate of Science in Nursing
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