ROSALYN GARDNER
McKinney,TX
Summary
I am a registered nurse with 24 years of experience in delivering compassionate care to patients. I have a solid history of achievement in Neonatal Intensive Care and newborn nursery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilization Review Nurse
Elevance Health
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of healthcare services to ensure medical necessity and appropriateness.
- Communicated effectively with providers and members regarding authorization decisions and appeals processes.
- Collaborated with clinical teams to gather patient information and confirm treatment plans.
Vaccine Nurse
Passport Health
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Implemented infection control procedures, contributing to a safe healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
Travel Nurse
Holy Name Medical Center
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patients' conditions for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of health management.
- Utilized electronic health records systems for accurate documentation and streamlined communication among staff.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices in patient care and operational procedures.
- Charge Nurse
- Attend high risk deliveries
- Cared for 30+ week neonates on oxygen therapy (BCPAP, HFNC, NC), enteral feedings (NG/OG), PO feedings, medications (IV, IM, PO), and IVF therapy
Strike Nurse
Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered patient medications and treatments following established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patients' conditions promptly.
- Educated families on care procedures and health management strategies effectively.
- Cared for infants with acute/chronic illnesses, those receiving oxygen therapy (HFNC, NCPAP, NC), medications (PO/OG/NG), enteral feedings (OG/NG) and PO feedings, updated parents on plan of care for infant
Staff Nurse
Southern Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Documented patient assessments and treatment plans accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Cared for infants with acute/chronic illnesses receiving oxygen therapy (NCPAP, NC, BCPAP, HFNC, ventilator), enteral feedings (OG/NG) and PO feedings, IVF therapy (TPN, Intralipids, IV antibiotics), peripheral and central lines (UAC/UVC), medications (IM, IV, PO, Subcutaneous)
PRN Staff Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided direct patient care, administering medications and monitoring vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments and documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance with standards.
- Cared for infants with acute illnesses on oxygen therapy (NCPAP, NC, ventilator), enteral feedings (OG/NG) and PO feedings, IVF therapy, peripheral lines, medications (IM, IV, PO)
Travel Nurse
Baylor Scott and White All Saints Hospital
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Cared for infants with acute illnesses receiving enteral feedings (NG/OG) and PO feedings, peripheral lines, medication administration (IM, PO, IV), oxygen therapy (HFNC, BCPAP)
Agency Registered Nurse
Southern Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Cared for infants with acute illnesses receiving enteral feedings (OG/NG) and PO feedings, peripheral lines and central lines (UAC/UVC), medication administration (PO, IM, IV), oxygen therapy (ventilator, NC, HFNC, BCPAP)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Emory Decatur Hospital
11.2016 - 06.2019
- Served as a staff nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses, infants receiving OG/NG/PO feedings, infants with peripheral/central lines, infants receiving meds via PO, IM or IV routes, infants receiving oxygen.
- Assisted parents in caring for their infant.
- Educated parents on their infant's condition/status, perform lab tests and communicate results to MD/NNP
- Instructed family members on proper discharge care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Clinical Supervisor
H2 Homecare
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Served as the clinical manager/case manager for infants/pediatrics.
- Resolved patient and family concerns promptly, enhancing overall service quality and client relationships.
- Supervised daily operations for homecare services, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve team effectiveness and patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
Clinical Manager
Bayada Pediatrics
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Served as the clinical manager/case manager for infants/pediatrics.
- Supervised nurses in the home setting.
- Conducted performance evaluations to support team development and operational efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between families and healthcare providers for effective care management.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
Clinical Supervisory/Case Manager
Lordy's Healthcare Solutions
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Served as the clinical supervisor and case manager for infants/peds/adults
- Supervised nurses in the home care settings.
- Performed annual comprehensive skills exams for LPN's and RN's.
- Communicated with physicians and other skilled workers regarding care for each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
PRN Staff Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital, Eagles Landing Pkwy
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Served as a staff nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses, infants receiving OG/NG/PO feedings, infants with peripheral/central lines, infants receiving meds via PO, IM or IV routes, infants receiving oxygen.
- Assisted parents in caring for their infant.
- Updated parents on their infant's condition/status.
- Educated family members on proper discharge care.
RN Staff Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Served as a staff nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses, infants with peripheral/central lines and IVF, infants receiving OG/NG/PO feedings, infants on oxyhood, HFNC, NCPAP and ventilator, infants receiving meds via PO, IM, and IV route.
- Attended high risk deliveries.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
NICU Agency Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Served as an agency nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses; those on NCPAP, NC; those on OG/NG and PO feedings; those with peripheral lines.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Utilized electronic health records system for accurate documentation of patient information, improving data accessibility for care teams.
Travel Registered Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Served as a travel nurse caring for infants in the NICU with acute illnesses; those on oxygen supplementation; those on NG and PO feedings.
- Assisted parents in caring for their infant and updated parents on infant's condition/ status.
- Administered medications via PO and IV route.
- Cared for infants dealing with drug withdrawal.
Clinical Supervisor/Case Manager
Maxim Healthcare Services
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for professional development.
- Supervised clinical staff to ensure adherence to healthcare standards and protocols.
- Performed annual comprehensive skills exams with LPN's/RN's.
- Communicated with physicians and other skilled workers regarding care for infants.
- Performed clinical interviews for nursing applicants.
- Performed teaching with nurses on home ventilator management, G tube management and tracheostomy care/management
Staff Registered Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 09.2011
- Served as a staff nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses; those on oxygen supplementation (OH, NCPAP, HFNC, and ventilator); those on OG/NG tube feedings and PO feedings.
- Assisted MD with exams/procedures.
- Attended high risk deliveries ,
- Served as night shift charge nurse.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures.
Registered Nurse
Pediatria Healthare for Kids
06.2009 - 04.2010
- Performed nursing duties to medically fragile infants/children, performed care to those on oxygen supplementation, those on OG/NG/GT and bottle feedings; those with tracheostomies, shunts and different syndromes, administered meds via GT/NG/OG tubes.
- Informed parents of infant's status for each day at facility.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
NICU Agency Nurse
Rockdale Medical Center
04.2008 - 10.2008
- Served as an agency nurse caring for patients with acute illnesses; those on oxygen supplementation (OH,NCPAP,ventilator,NC); those with peripheral/ central lines; those on NG/OG tube feedings.
- Updated parents on infant's condition and assisted parents in caring for their infant.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
NICU Agency Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
12.2007 - 03.2008
- Cared for infants with oxygen supplementation, those receiving tube and bottle feedings and those with peripheral/central lines,
- Performed discharge teaching to parents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions by healthcare providers.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
NICU Agency Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
07.2007 - 09.2007
- Served as an agency nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses; those needing oxygen supplementation and those with peripheral/central lines.
- Updated parents on infant's condition.
- Assisted parents in caring for their infant.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients conditions.
NICU Staff Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
02.2006 - 06.2007
- Cared for infants needing oxygen supplementation.
- Updated parents on infant's condition.
- Performed discharge teaching to parents.
- Attended high risk deliveries.
- Served as charge nurse and nurse preceptor.
- Administered medications and treatments to critically ill neonates according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to ensure optimal care.
NICU Agency Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
04.2005 - 02.2006
- Served as an agency nurse caring for patients with acute illnesses; those needing oxygen supplementation (NC, NCPAP, ventilator).
- Updated parents on infant's condition.
- Provided care to newborn infants.
- Provided care to infants with peripheral/central lines
NICU Agency Nurse
Good Samaratin Hospital
11.2004 - 12.2004
- Served as an agency nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses; those needing oxygen supplementation.
- Performed parent teaching prior to infant's discharge.
- Assisted parents in caring for their infant.
- Administered meds via PO/NG/OG route.
NICU Travel Nurse
LAC King Drew Hospital
08.2004 - 11.2004
- Served as a travel nurse caring for patients with acute illnesses; those needing oxygen supplementation (NCPAP, NC, ventilator).
- Assisted neonatologist with exams/procedures.
- Supported parents in coping with infant's illness.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
NICU Travel Nurse
Kent Hospital
05.2004 - 07.2004
- Served as a travel nurse caring for patients with acute illnesses and patients on NCPAP, NC, and OH.
- Provided care to newborn infants.
- Performed discharge teaching to parents.
- Assisted MD with exams/procedures.
- Administered meds (PO, IM, IV).
- Provided care to infants on tube feedings (OG/NG) and bottle feedings
NICU Agency Nurse
South Fulton Medical Center
10.2003 - 03.2004
- Served as an agency nurse caring for infants on tube feedings (OG/NG); those on oxygen (NCPAP,NC, ventilator); those with peripheral/central lines.
- Updated parents on infant's condition and supported parents in coping with infant's condition.
- Administered meds via PO, IM, IV routes.
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
NICU Travel Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
05.2003 - 08.2003
- Served as a travel nurse caring for patients with acute illnesses; those on NCPAP, NC, OH, and ventilator.
- Supported parents in coping with infant's condition.
- Administered meds (PO, IM, IV).
- Cared for infants with central/peripheral lines.
- Provided care for newborn infants.
NICU Travel Nurse
Doctor's Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 04.2003
- Served as a travel nurse caring for patients with RDS, IUGR, IDDM, and infants on NC, OH, ventilator or NCPAP and provided care for those with peripheral/central lines.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Supported families in coping with infant's condition.
- Administered meds (PO, IM, IV).
NICU Travel Nurse
Doctor's Medical Center
07.2002 - 11.2002
- Served as a travel nurse caring for patients with several acute illnesses and those on oxygen supplementation, cared for infants with peripheral/central lines.
- Prepared equipment/supplies and assisted MD with exams/procedures.
- Supported parents in coping with infant's condition.
- Administered meds (PO, IM, IV).
- Provided care for infants dealing with drug withdrawals
NICU Travel Nurse
St John's Mercy Medical Center
04.2002 - 07.2002
- Served as a travel nurse caring for infants with acute illnesses on oxygen; those with peripheral/central lines; those on OG/NG and bottle feedings.
- Provided discharge teaching to parents prior to their infant's discharge.
- Supported parents in coping with infant's condition and assisted parents in providing care to their infant
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
NICU Staff Nurse
University Medical Center
09.2000 - 04.2002
- Served as a staff nurse caring for infants with several illnesses such as RDS, IUGR, IDDM, TOF, gastrochesis, IVH, myelomeningicele, hydrocephalus; those with OG/NG tube feedings; those on NCPAP, NC, OH, and ventilator; those with peripheral/central lines.
- Prepared equipment and assisted MD with exams/procedures.
- Performed comfort care to terminally ill infants.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes for effective continuity of care.
- Administered meds via IM, IV and PO routes.
- Provided emotional support and education to families regarding neonatal care practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS2000
High School Diploma - undefined
Gentry High School
Indianola, MS1995
Skills
- Strong clinical judgement
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- Qualified neonatal intensive care nurse
- Charge nurse
- Nurse preceptor
- Newborn nursery and transitional care nursery
Timeline
Utilization Review Nurse
Elevance Health
11.2024 - Current
Vaccine Nurse
Passport Health
09.2024 - 10.2024
Travel Nurse
Holy Name Medical Center
01.2023 - 07.2024
Strike Nurse
Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2022
Staff Nurse
Southern Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - 01.2022
PRN Staff Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
Travel Nurse
Baylor Scott and White All Saints Hospital
08.2019 - 09.2019
Agency Registered Nurse
Southern Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - 06.2019
Clinical Supervisor
H2 Homecare
08.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse (RN)
Emory Decatur Hospital
11.2016 - 06.2019
Clinical Manager
Bayada Pediatrics
11.2014 - 11.2016
PRN Staff Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital, Eagles Landing Pkwy
09.2013 - 05.2014
Clinical Supervisory/Case Manager
Lordy's Healthcare Solutions
08.2013 - 11.2014
RN Staff Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
11.2012 - 08.2013
NICU Agency Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
09.2012 - 11.2012
Travel Registered Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
06.2012 - 08.2012
Clinical Supervisor/Case Manager
Maxim Healthcare Services
09.2011 - 06.2012
Staff Registered Nurse
Delta Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 09.2011
Registered Nurse
Pediatria Healthare for Kids
06.2009 - 04.2010
NICU Agency Nurse
Rockdale Medical Center
04.2008 - 10.2008
NICU Agency Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
12.2007 - 03.2008
NICU Agency Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
07.2007 - 09.2007
NICU Staff Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
02.2006 - 06.2007
NICU Agency Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
04.2005 - 02.2006
NICU Agency Nurse
Good Samaratin Hospital
11.2004 - 12.2004
NICU Travel Nurse
LAC King Drew Hospital
08.2004 - 11.2004
NICU Travel Nurse
Kent Hospital
05.2004 - 07.2004
NICU Agency Nurse
South Fulton Medical Center
10.2003 - 03.2004
NICU Travel Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
05.2003 - 08.2003
NICU Travel Nurse
Doctor's Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 04.2003
NICU Travel Nurse
Doctor's Medical Center
07.2002 - 11.2002
NICU Travel Nurse
St John's Mercy Medical Center
04.2002 - 07.2002
NICU Staff Nurse
University Medical Center
09.2000 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
High School Diploma - undefined
Gentry High School
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