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Regina M. Collins

Lexington,KY

Summary

Hardworking, highly-motivated professional with exceptional interpersonal skills, committed to patient education and advocacy. Adept at working effectively unsupervised in high-volume out-patient environment. Offering caring, high-quality patient care focusing on preparing patients and their families for upcoming surgical consultations and treatment options.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Breast Imaging Nurse

Baptist Health Lexington
Lexington, KY
01.2007 - Current
  • Educate patients and family members on post procedure care instructions, diagnosis (including cancer and benign breast conditions), recommended treatments and expected next steps in appropriate and easy to understand terms, using first-hand knowledge, clinical expertise and up to date resources.
  • Collaborate and participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, providing valuable input to optimize patient care and support services.
  • Support patients during transitions between breast imaging services and primary care provider/oncology/surgeon by providing timely access to information, resources, and emotional support and ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care.
  • Establish strong relationships with community organizations and healthcare providers to advocate for and expand the network of support for patients.
  • Compiled data and tracked outcomes to formulate recommendations for process improvement.
  • Mentored new breast imaging nurses and assisted the transition into the role, sharing knowledge gained from personal experiences.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology (EPIC) and continued software updates.

Staff Nurse Midwife

various practices
Elizabethtown, Bardstown, Georgetown, Lexington, KY

Staff Nurse: Labor & Delivery, Obstetrics

Central Baptist Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital
Lexington, KY

Caseworker

Big Sandy Family Abuse Center
Prestonsburg, KY

Volunteer Community Health Educator

Christian Appalachian Project
Martin, KY

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH

Midwifery Certification - Midwifery

Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing
Hyden, KY

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & Sports Medicine

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN

Skills

  • Prioritize patient advocacy
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
  • Demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness through the development of all patient teaching materials
  • Exercise leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others

Timeline

Breast Imaging Nurse

Baptist Health Lexington
01.2007 - Current

Staff Nurse Midwife

various practices

Staff Nurse: Labor & Delivery, Obstetrics

Central Baptist Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital

Caseworker

Big Sandy Family Abuse Center

Volunteer Community Health Educator

Christian Appalachian Project

Master of Science - Nursing

Case Western Reserve University

Midwifery Certification - Midwifery

Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & Sports Medicine

Indiana University

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