- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Music
- Writing children's books
Robin Young
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Compassionate Charge Nurse with extensive experience in clinical leadership, care coordination, and patient advocacy. Skilled in decision-making and medication administration, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and optimized workflows.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Forrest Ridge Rehab and Skilled Nursing Facility
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with facility protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating with the healthcare team.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices to improve team performance.
Charge Nurse
Health Care Resort of Colorado Springs
07.2021 - 06.2026
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety and reducing incidence rates within the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Managed medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Facilitated training sessions on new protocols and technologies, promoting continuous professional development among staff.
Charge Nurse
Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
05.2013 - 06.2019
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
CNA Instructor
Health and Medical Occupations Academy
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Developed and implemented comprehensive CNA training curricula aligned with state regulations.
- Led hands-on skills assessments to ensure competency in patient care techniques.
- Mentored aspiring CNAs, providing guidance on best practices and professional development.
- Evaluated student performance through standardized testing and practical examinations.
LPN Office Nurse
Asthma & Allergy Associates
06.2012 - 07.2012
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician directives, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Assisted in patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical histories for accurate records.
- Educated patients on asthma and allergy management plans, enhancing self-care and adherence.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Drury University
Springfield, MOCertified Surgical Technician - Surgery/ Sterile Processing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MOLPN/IVC - Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO05-1992
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessment
- Staff management
- Patient advocacy
- Personal integrity
- Medication distribution
- Issue resolution
Interests
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Forrest Ridge Rehab and Skilled Nursing Facility
03.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Health Care Resort of Colorado Springs
07.2021 - 06.2026
Charge Nurse
Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
05.2013 - 06.2019
CNA Instructor
Health and Medical Occupations Academy
10.2012 - 01.2014
LPN Office Nurse
Asthma & Allergy Associates
06.2012 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Drury University
Certified Surgical Technician - Surgery/ Sterile Processing
Ozarks Technical Community College
LPN/IVC - Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College