Rebecca Taylor
Snow Hill,MD
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
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
University Of Maryland Shore Regional Health
2011.08 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
RN, Flex Department
Tidal Health Medical Center
2009.08 - 2011.12
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Stroke Response RN
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
2007.10 - 2009.08
- Facilitated care of the patient with new onset stroke symptoms by collaborating and coordinating care with the ED physician, neurologist, interventional neuro radiologist, and ED nurses.
- Initial assessment of patient with new onset stroke symptoms.
- Chart reviews, data collection and entry into guide lines software for stroke patients.
- Facilitated the administration of tPA for stroke patients.
- Patient and community education on stroke signs, symptoms and risk factors.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
RN Staff Nurse
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
2003.07 - 2007.10
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Lead Care Manager
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leesburg
1999.01 - 2002.01
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Established and maintained relationships with clients, families and community partners to coordinate services to meet client's needs.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
- Oversaw nursing assistant staff and medication administration for residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD01.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA06.2003
Skills
- Patient Stabilization
- Emergency Care
- Advanced Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Cardiac monitoring
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- TNCC
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
University Of Maryland Shore Regional Health
2011.08 - Current
RN, Flex Department
Tidal Health Medical Center
2009.08 - 2011.12
Stroke Response RN
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
2007.10 - 2009.08
RN Staff Nurse
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
2003.07 - 2007.10
Lead Care Manager
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leesburg
1999.01 - 2002.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- TNCC
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