Regina Mackintrush

• Altered and hemmed Type and Type garments to create custom-fitted styles.
• Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various sewing tasks, including garment repairs, alterations, or custom clothing creation.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and precise sewing services for various types of garments.
• Measured and cut fabric for garment construction according to customer specifications.
• Maintained clean and organized work area and verified safe and proper equipment functionality to reduce downtime.

Newport, AR

• 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.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• 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.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.

• 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.
• Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery Nurse
• Unit Charge Nurse
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• 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.
• 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.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• 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.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.

Travel Nurse RN in Labor Delivery, Post Partum, Nursery units in Arkansas, Texas, and Missouri

• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
• Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
• Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
• Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
• Managed Number nurses and nursing activities in Number-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
• Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
• Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
• Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
• Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
• Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
• Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
• Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
• Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
• Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
• Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
• Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
• Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
• Coordinated staffing resources during times of high patient acuity or census fluctuations to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Worked at least 8 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
• Worked at least 8-12 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.