Rita J Owens
Portland
Summary
Registered Nurse with 37 years of experience in patient assessment and care, specializing in high-risk pregnancy support. Proven ability to provide comprehensive care through effective advice and education. Proficient in EMR charting, prioritizing patient needs, and collaborating within a healthcare team.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Moderate Risk Clinical Coordinator
Providence Women's Clinic
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted patient triage and performed essential antenatal testing services.
- Assisted scheduling team in arranging ultrasounds and antenatal testing for optimal timing.
- Elevated patient outcomes through high-quality nursing care and evidence-based practices.
- Managed patient caseloads, ensuring timely interventions and comprehensive follow-ups.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and prompt responses.
RN Clinic Triage
Providence Women's Clinic
04.2014 - Current
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Obtained patient history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Delivered orientation and training of less experienced clinic staff in specific clinic operations and procedures.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed Antenatal testing for patients requiring NSTs and ultrasounds to follow the health of their pregnancy.
RN Clinic
Woman's Healthcare Associates, Northwest Perinatal
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Responsible for rooming, taking assessments, and drawing blood on high risk pregnant patients.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and treatments.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Planned and implemented patient care to treat high risk pregnancy conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high risk pregnant families needing complex care and support.
RN Labor and Delivery/High Risk Antepartum
Providence St Vincent's Medical Center
06.1999 - 09.2013
- Responsible for caring for women during all aspects of labor and delivery including epidurals, cesarean sections and delivery room care of mom and baby.
- Care of high-risk patients with complications in their pregnancy including but not limited to premature labor, diabetes, and hypertension during both their pregnancy and during the labor and delivery period.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
RN LDRP
West Boca Medical Center
04.1989 - 04.1999
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Charge RN
Bethesda Memorial Hospital, Normal Newborn Nursery
03.1989 - 09.1989
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Registered Nursing
Jameson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing / Penn State University
New Castle, PA05.1987
High School Diploma - undefined
Franklin High School
05.1982
Skills
- Limited Third Trimester Ultrasound BPP/AFI
- Proficient in Antenatal Testing
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Medication and IV administration
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Care plan development
- High level of autonomy
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
- Current Oregon RN License
- Current BLS certification
Custom
- West Boca Medical Center LDRP, Boca Raton Fl, 1990-1999
- Bethesda Memorial Hospital, Boynton Beach Fl, 1989-1990
- Grove City Hospital, Nursery, 1989-02 Grove City, Pa
- RN, Telemetry
- Jameson Memorial Hospital, Medical, New Castle, Pa
- 1987-06 - 1987-08
Timeline
RN Moderate Risk Clinical Coordinator
Providence Women's Clinic
10.2023 - Current
RN Clinic Triage
Providence Women's Clinic
04.2014 - Current
RN Clinic
Woman's Healthcare Associates, Northwest Perinatal
09.2013 - 04.2014
RN Labor and Delivery/High Risk Antepartum
Providence St Vincent's Medical Center
06.1999 - 09.2013
RN LDRP
West Boca Medical Center
04.1989 - 04.1999
Charge RN
Bethesda Memorial Hospital, Normal Newborn Nursery
03.1989 - 09.1989
High School Diploma - undefined
Franklin High School
Diploma of Nursing - Registered Nursing
Jameson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing / Penn State University
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