Ronald Bailey
Marysville,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
Cincinnati, OH
02.2016 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions, prioritized interventions, and coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Administered medications safely, monitored responses, and documented nursing actions in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and symptom management strategies.
- Delivered bedside care across travel assignments, adapting quickly to unit protocols and patient acuity changes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Registered Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
Columbus, OH
02.2017 - 11.2025
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Responded promptly to clinical changes, initiated appropriate interventions, and escalated concerns to providers.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
Columbus, OH
04.2010 - 02.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
08.2008 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with charge nurses and case management to support efficient patient flow and continuity of care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Perry High School
Lima, OH08-1987
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH06-2008
No Degree - Nursing
Apollo School Of Practical Nursing
Lima, OH05-1992
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- ACLS certification
- Emergency response
- Emergency procedures
- Strong clinical judgment
- Independent practice
- Nursing autonomy
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
02.2017 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
02.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
04.2010 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse
Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University
08.2008 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owens Community College
High School Diploma -
Perry High School
No Degree - Nursing
Apollo School Of Practical Nursing