Rebecca White
Topeka,KS
Summary
Experienced registered nurse known for critical thinking and effective collaboration within interdisciplinary teams. Proven track record in direct patient care, medication administration, and education, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and health management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Centurion Group
04.2019 - 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.
Registered Nurse
Craigs HomeHealth
12.2015 - 07.2024
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Stormont-Vail HealthCare
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Lexington Park
04.2014 - 04.2017
- Assisted in wound care procedures, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging situations.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS05-2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Centurion Group
04.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Stormont-Vail HealthCare
04.2016 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
Craigs HomeHealth
12.2015 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Lexington Park
04.2014 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Washburn University of Topeka