Rebekah Talbert
Independence,MO
Summary
Dedicated RN with 15 years of experience in clinical settings providing direct patient care to diverse populations. Collaborative and motivational leader with 7 years of experience as a charge nurse and preceptor. Currently the Patient Experience Nurse Leader and interim Nurse Educator on Progressive Care Unit.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Control Nurse
Overland Park Regional Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
03.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance on appropriate isolation precautions for contagious illnesses or conditions.
- Maintained accurate records related to infection control activities including incident reports, surveillance data.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility to ensure compliance with applicable regulations relating to infection control practices.
- Educated healthcare personnel on the importance of hand hygiene practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
- Inspected facilities regularly for cleanliness and adherence to safety protocols regarding airborne contaminants.
- Performed environmental assessments to identify any areas of risk or non-compliance with infection control protocols.
- Reviewed and updated infection control policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current standards.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
- Monitored procedures for hospital staff regarding sterilization, disinfection and decontamination of personnel, instruments and equipment.
- Conducted renovation inspections to comply with health requirements and assessed infection control and safety issues.
Patient Experience Nurse Leader
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
01.2021 - Current
- Conduct interviews with patients, caregivers, and family members to gain insight on quality of care. Report findings to appropriate managers/leaders to address concerns for review of processes and staff.
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to meet patient needs.
- Explain policies, procedures and services to patients to reinforce and clarify plan of care.
- Cultivate positive relationships with patients to help facility meet satisfaction scores and patients obtain best possible care.
Registered Nurse Interim Educator
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Instruct new nurses and nurse technicians during orientation on patient care, daily tasks, and hospital policy supporting growth and professional development while also evaluating nurse specific skills.
- Support Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management including personnel interviewing, on-boarding and scheduling.
- Perform in-service education for employees on changes to hospital driven initiatives, new products/equipment and reinforce standard care practices.
Nurse Facilitator/Preceptor
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
02.2015 - 01.2021
- Advised, coached, and mentored experienced, graduate, and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions, providing strong leadership and guidance.
- Distributed assignments to nurses and nurse assistants, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
03.2011 - 01.2021
- Provided direct patient care, with an emphasis on respiratory and cardiac diseases, including Covid.
- Chaired the Hospital Acquired Infection committee, on the Progressive Care Unit, focusing on Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infections and Central Line-associated Bloodstream Infections resulting in zero incidents for 1 year.
- Chaired the Unit Council for Progressive Care Unit implementing changes to supply rooms, admission process, and patient rooms for increased efficiency.
- Partnered with Healthcare Officers and Senior Leadership to improve and streamline operational workflows that improve proficiency.
- Drafted educational brochures and informative newsletters for patients and staff.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Advent Health Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
03.2008 - 03.2011
- Provided direct patient care with an emphasis on Telemetry and Bariatric Surgery
- Provided emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and caregivers.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored post-surgery patients, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL05.2007
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Clear Communication
- Staff Development
- Leadership and Mentoring
Timeline
Infection Control Nurse
Overland Park Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Interim Educator
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
09.2022 - 03.2023
Patient Experience Nurse Leader
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
01.2021 - Current
Nurse Facilitator/Preceptor
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
02.2015 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
03.2011 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Advent Health Shawnee Mission
03.2008 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pensacola Christian College
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