RENEE YARRINGTON
Summary
Personable and compassionate healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and leadership. Extensive knowledge of medical protocols and patient management, with expertise in medication administration and critical thinking. Committed to fostering supportive environment and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Dover Behavioral Health Systems
10.2024 - Current
- Participate in nursing field development aligned with facility philosophy and standards
- Plan, provide, and evaluate patient care through quality Nursing Assessments
- Document observations, treatments, interventions, and patient responses as per policy
- Assign Patient Observation Rounds and duties for each shift; ensure staff compliance and completion
- Review Patient Observation Round sheets for accuracy and completeness twice per shift
- Serve as a leader and role model for patients and hospital staff; maintain therapeutic milieu
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Charge Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2021 - 11.2024
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Supported strategic goals of the clinic through leadership and organizational skills
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards through regular audits and policy updates.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit, driving continuous enhancement of patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to provide seamless transitions of care for patients.
- Managed patient census fluctuations by adjusting staffing levels accordingly, maintaining optimal nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayada
03.2015 - 01.2021
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living in their homes
- Maintained patient dignity and safety
On Call Manager
Comfort Keepers
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Supervised and guided employees to reach company objectives
- Managed after-hours operations and staff/client scheduling
- Provided solutions for business improvement and efficiency
- Cross-trained staff in secondary roles to expand operational diversity
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) -
Delaware Technical Community College
Newark, DelawareBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Minor in Informed Traumatic Approaches
Wilmington University
Wilmington, DelawareMaster of Science (M.S.) - Law And Policy in Healthcare And Education
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida05-2025
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Care Plan Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Accreditation management
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Operations Management
- Quality Improvement
- Employee Work Scheduling
- Clinical leadership
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
Certification
- Compact RN license in Delaware
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Dover Behavioral Health Systems
10.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2021 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayada
03.2015 - 01.2021
On Call Manager
Comfort Keepers
03.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Minor in Informed Traumatic Approaches
Wilmington University
Associate in Science (A.S.) -
Delaware Technical Community College
Master of Science (M.S.) - Law And Policy in Healthcare And Education
Nova Southeastern University
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