Rebecca Van Glubt
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at PeaceHealth Cardiology, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork, while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and dedicated to continuous improvement in patient care delivery. I have cared for complex patients with other complex medical diagnosis such as end stage renal disease, pulmonary diseases, diabetes and cancer. Phone triage is my main role within the clinic for the interventional cardiologist. I have vast knowledge to care for all types of care for those with cardiovascular disease from surgical to CHF.
I have a current RN license in both Washington and Alaska. I am in the process of completing the necessary documentation for the State of Oregon. I travel monthly to work for my current position providing outpatient follow up to the satellite clinic in Ketchikan and Craig, Alaska. I am actively looking for employment in Vancouver, Washington to relocate closer to family. I have both BLS and ACLS certifications.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
PeaceHealth Cardiology
06.2002 - Current
- 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.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Maintained detailed patient records for accurate documentation and effective treatment planning, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to patients.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in continuing education opportunities, maintaining current expertise in nursing practice.
LPN
Associates in Family Medicine
09.1984 - 05.2002
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA12-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Cardiac care
- Call triaging
- ICD/pacemaker management
- Cardiac stress testing
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau
Timeline
Registered Nurse
PeaceHealth Cardiology
06.2002 - Current
LPN
Associates in Family Medicine
09.1984 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Washington University
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