Rita Bailey, BSN, RN-BC
Richmond,KY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Blood and Marrow Transplant Nurse
University Of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
Lexington, KY
03.2018 - Current
- Provide care for patients with a wide range of hematologic malignancies including Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma in the adult to geriatric population.
- Provided education to patients and families about the transplant process, complications, and side effects of medications.
- Facilitated communication between patient, family members and medical staff regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, prognosis.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving transplants or related complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their needs and preferences.
- Administered intravenous fluids and chemotherapy agents according to established protocols.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques while undergoing treatment such as proper nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Monitored vital signs and laboratory values post-transplant to detect any changes in condition.
- Provided emotional support to family members of patients receiving transplants.
- Performed routine lab tests such as complete blood count prior to scheduled transfusions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington, KY
05.2009 - 2018
- Successfully executed duties as a Charge Nurse
- Served as a preceptor for new Nurses
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practice standards into daily practice decisions.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
Endoscopy Staff Nurse
University Of Kentucky Good Samaritan Hospital
Lexington, Kentucky
2004 - 2009
- Successfully performed duties as Charge Nurse
- Organized unit activities and staffing assignments.
- Managed comprehensive patient care for a diverse range of adults and geriatric patients undergoing procedures such as endoscopies, colonoscopies, ERCP's, peg tube placements and bronchoscopies
- Communicated effectively with patients about their care before, during and after the procedure.
- Provided patient education on the risks, benefits, and alternatives to endoscopic procedures.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for endoscopic procedures; ordered new supplies when needed.
- Cared for post-operative patients, monitored vital signs and provided comfort measures as needed.
- Assessed patients for endoscopy procedures and provided pre-procedure instructions.
- Administered medication in accordance with physician orders prior to procedure.
- Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures including upper GI endoscopies, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies and PEG tube placement.
- Administered conscious sedation and monitored patient during endoscopies and other minor procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment during endoscopy procedures by monitoring patient's condition continuously.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
Lexington, KY
1997 - 2004
- Carried out responsibilities as a charge nurse on day and nightshift.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN08-2013
Associate of Applied Science -
Lexington Community College
Lexington, KY05-1997
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Vitals monitoring
- Student Precepting
- Care Coordination
- Needs Assessment
- Treatment Preparation
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Interpersonal Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Safety Protocols
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Clinical Nurse Excellence Award, UK Healthcare, 2012
- Completed the Leaders in Training Program: October, 2014-March, 2015
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Commonwealth of Kentucky, #1086477
- ANCC Medical Surgical Certification, Expires Sept 2025, #2015016563
- ONS Certification card , Expires Sept. 14, 2024
- ACLS, Expires Sept. 2024
Timeline
Blood and Marrow Transplant Nurse
University Of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
03.2018 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2009 - 2018
Endoscopy Staff Nurse
University Of Kentucky Good Samaritan Hospital
2004 - 2009
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
1997 - 2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science -
Lexington Community College
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