Rebecca Sprague

• Managed patient care through closely monitoring

respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels

• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
• Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Software to keep team informed of changing conditions
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
• Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
• Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures
• Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
• Triage nursing, wellness calls, assessment and guidance for patients and families with medical concerns
• working independently and confidently in making critical judgement and advising appropriately
• Also working with the intake department when needed on an OT basis to help with chart checking, accepting and reviewing new referrals, coding diagnosis codes, and reviewing the complete medical record that the patient is discharging with

• Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient

• Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans

• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

• Worked on a 35 bed unit as the head day nurse, administering medications and treatments, assessing and communication with Doctors as needed
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.