Rita Missigman

Registered Nurse

SCI Dallas, Pennsylvania Department Of Correction

02.2002 - 06.2023

Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
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.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
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.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.