Robin Fitzgerald

• 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.
• 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.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by mentoring new nurses and serving as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex clinical situations.
• Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations requiring rapid decision-making skills.
• Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on critically ill patients upon admission to the unit to identify baseline status and establish appropriate intervention plans.

• Enhanced board decision-making by conducting thorough research and presenting findings during meetings.
• Improved community relations by attending local events and engaging in open dialogue with parents, teachers, and stakeholders.
• Ensured fiscal responsibility by scrutinizing budgets, identifying cost savings, and advocating for responsible spending.
• Promoted transparency through regular communication of school district goals and progress updates to the public.

Initiated and executed community based disaster services. Provided health services in community shelters following Hurricane Harvey, 2017

Collaborate with governmental agencies to ensure the mobilization of healthcare to meet community needs of first aid, immunizations, and complex medication/medical equipment replacement.

Work alongside a interdisciplinary team to mitigate the emotional and social disruption providing access to resources.