Regina Posey
Cullman,AL
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 22 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in post operative, surgical and step-down units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UAB
Birmingham, AL
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to nursing practice.
- Provided direct patient care to medical-surgical, telemetry, and critical care patients.
- Assessed patient needs by obtaining health history and physical assessment data.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed lab values, and administered medications as ordered.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss treatment options and discharge planning strategies.
- Coordinated daily staffing assignments for nursing staff members based on unit acuity levels.
- Performed wound care treatments such as dressing changes and debridements.
- Created detailed progress notes in the electronic medical record system.
- Educated patients on disease process and self-care management techniques.
RN Staff Nurse
The Sanctuary at the Woodlands
Cullman, AL
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Developed education materials about psychiatric illnesses for use by staff and clients.
- Supported the development of therapeutic relationships between clients and providers.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
Hospice Educator
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
Cullman, AL
07.2015 - 02.2019
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
RN Case Manager
Alabama Home Care
Cullman, AL
03.2012 - 07.2015
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Created detailed documentation of patient health history including lab results, treatments and medications prescribed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions according to established protocols.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Implemented interventions based on evidence-based practice guidelines while working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
- Managed caseloads involving multiple chronic illnesses across various settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities or private homes.
- Identified potential risks related to medication use or inadequate follow up care after discharge from the hospital.
- Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
- Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment (DME).
- Incorporated appropriate nursing methods to create individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
RN Staff Nurse
Cullman Regional Hospital
Cullman, AL
07.2001 - 06.2012
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments of assigned patients.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results and other health data to identify changes in patient conditions.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL07.2001
BSN - BSN
Aspen University
Denver, COSkills
- Treatment Administration
- Blood Collection
- Catheter Care
- Patient Triage
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Patient Examination
- Vitals Monitoring
- Needs Assessment
- Student Precepting
- Infection Control
- Chronic Disease Management
- Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Training Staff
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Care Oversight
- Colostomy Care Familiarity
- Critical Thinking
- Diabetes Management
- Compassionate and Caring
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Decision-Making
- Medication and IV Administration
- Catheter Monitoring
- Collecting Vitals
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medication Administration
- Test Interpretations
- Intake and Discharge
- Clear Patient Communication
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Delegation and Motivation
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UAB
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
06.2019 - 01.2022
RN Staff Nurse
The Sanctuary at the Woodlands
03.2017 - 06.2019
Hospice Educator
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
07.2015 - 02.2019
RN Case Manager
Alabama Home Care
03.2012 - 07.2015
RN Staff Nurse
Cullman Regional Hospital
07.2001 - 06.2012
ADN - Nursing
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
BSN - BSN
Aspen University
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