Rhonda Taylor
Nancy,KY
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with 16 years of experienced in various health care settings. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments while working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain healthcare practices and treatment. Competent to deliver comprehensive, patient care with empathy and compassion while remaining within the scope of practice and policies of my facility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Somerset, KY
11.2019 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Sovah Health
Danville, VA
11.2012 - 11.2019
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA08-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Danville Community College
Danville, VA12-2007
Skills
- Administering Medication
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Monitoring
- Collaborative Care Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Family And Patient Support
- Patient Education And Counseling
- Quality Of Care Standards
- High Level Of Autonomy
- Palliative And Pain Management
- Hospice Philosophy Understanding
Timeline
Registered Nurse
lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sovah Health
11.2012 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southside Virginia Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Danville Community College
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